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Acers -- The family of Nadine Bradley Raines Acers thanks their many friends and relatives whose sympathy and thoughtfulness will always be gratefully remembered and deeply appreciated. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Baca -- Josephine Molina Baca, 53, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, was called home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, December 15, 1999. Josephine was born in Albuquerque, where she also resided; she was a member of RHOC. She was preceded in death by her father, Pablo Molina; son, Michael Baca; grandson, Julian Anaya; and two brothers, Alfredo and Alfonso Molina. She is survived by her loving husband, Misais Baca of the family home; her loving children, Edna Lopez and husband, Samuel, Donna Erives and husband, Sabino, Alfonso Molina, Eddie Baca and wife, Julie, and Telesfora Baca; 11 grandchildren. Also surviving is her mother, Macedona Molina; five brothers, Hipolito Molina and wife, Theresa, Abie Molina and wife, Angeli, Raymond Molina and wife, Carol, Floyd Molina, and Stephen Molina and wife, Darlene; five sisters, Lorraine Proea and husband, George, Esther Galbaldon and husband, Gene, Rosie Ramos, Patricia Munoz and husband, Juan, and Julieann Torrez and husband, Andrew; numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Visitations will be today, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, located on the corner of 8th and Stover, where a Rosary will be recited at 3:00 p.m. today. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10:00 a.m. also in the chapel of Garcia Mortuary, with Pastor Jack Conner officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Patrick Chavez, James Ploof, Bobby Ploof, Alfredo Ploof, Marvin Gurule, and Damian Dennis Padilla. Honorary bearers will be Floyd Chavez and Robert Molina. Funeral services are in the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW, 243-522.
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Barb -- Dale Edward Barb, January 13, 1915 - December 18, 1999. It is with deep regret that we inform you of the death of our father, Dale E. Barb on December 18, 1999. He is survived by his daughters, Gale Weaver and husband, Mac of Placitas, NM, Lola Barb-Hays and husband, Auge of Albuquerque; son, Darius Edward Barb and wife, Elizabeth of Reseda, CA; three grandchildren, Ashley Barb and Darius Christopher Barb, Hallie Hays. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Clara Barb, who passed away in July, 1995. He had a lifelong passion for flying and served in the United States Army Corps of Engineers as a First Lieutenant stationed in China in WWII. He later worked for the Soil Conservation Service and the Army Corp of Engineers as a Hydraulic Engineer, until is retirement. He will always be remembered for his smile, his love of books, his thirst for knowledge and as a wonderful father. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Chaplain Lemuel Boyles officiating. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery.
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Barela -- Mrs. Dorinda Barela, 43, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 16, 1999. Mrs. Barela was the beloved wife of 13 years to Ernest Barela. She is also survived by two daughters, Jacqueline Mirabal and Jennifer Mirabal; her father, Luciano Serna; two brothers, Patrick Serna and wife, Dixie and Gary Serna and wife, Chris; her mother-in-law, Evangeline Barela; brother-in-law, Eric Barela and wife, Veronica; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Eufemia Serna; and father-in-law, Ernest S. Barela Sr. Mrs. Barela was a member of the Catholic Church and a member of the St. Edwins Prayer Group. A Rosary will be recited Sunday evening, 6:00 p.m., at St. Edwins Church, 2105 Barcelona Rd. SW, with visitation at the church after 5:30 p.m. Los Hermanos de la Cofradia de Nuestro Padre Jesus, reciting. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwins Church, with visitation at the church after 9:30 a.m. Father Jose Hernandez, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Frankie Barela, Charlie Barela, Danny Barela, Steve Barela, Eugene Barela and Eric Barela Jr. Honorary will be Melvin Miera and Bryant Garcia. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Berdine -- Denis Monahan Berdine (11/5/14--12/16/99), father, brother, husband, friend, hunter and fisherman, and one in a million, went to his rest, December 16. Son of Fred Berdine and Marie Monahan Berdine, Denny was born in Hoquiam and raised in Elma, Washington. As a young man during the depression, he worked in road construction, lumber mills and in a pulp mill, between attending St. Martin's College in Lacy, Washington, on a football scholarship (1931-33) and the University of Washington (1937-39), where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering in 1939. Upon graduation in May 1939, he went to work for Union Oil Company in California and in August of the same year married his longtime sweetheart, Louisette (Lou) Bergeron. After then years in various supervisory and management positions at Union Oil, Denny was hired by the California-Texas Oil Company (Caltex), a joint venture and overseas subsidiary of Standard Oil of California (Chevron) and Texaco, to work for the company on Bahrain Island in the Persian Gulf. After five years in Bahrain (1949-54), by which time he reached the position of Personnel Manager, Denny was reassigned to the Caltex London office to help design refineries for the company around the world. Eighteen months later, he was sent to Visakhapatnam, Andrah Pradesh, India, to manage one the refineries he helped design. In India, Denny became General Manager of the oil refinery and a member of the board of directors of Caltex India, Ltd. During his time in India (1955-62), the refinery in Visak became a showplace for visiting dignitaries both American and Indian and Denny and Lou hosted such illuminaries as U.S. Chief Supreme Court Justice Earl Warren, U.S. Ambassadors Chester K. Bowles and John Kenneth Galbraith (who favorably mentioned Denny in his book, Ambassador's Journal), Indian Finance Minister Morarji Desi, who later became Prime Minister of India, as well as numerous other dignitaries, world business leaders and international journalists. From India, Denny was assigned to build and manage the Caltex refinery in Raunheim, Germany, near Frank-furt-am-Main, and did so from 1962-64. In 1964, because of Lou's health Denny was reassigned to the Caltex head office in New York, where he eventually headed all overseas refining operations for Caltex, a company with refining operations in Europe, the Middle East and Australasia. Denny took early retirement from Caltex in 1969 and went to work for billionaire Daniel K. Ludwig at National Bulk Carriers. At National Bulk Carriers, he headed up Ludwig's oil and gas companies in Panama and the Dominican Republic before finally retiring after three years to Rio Rancho with Lou at the beginning of 1973. Once in Rio Rancho, Denny was able to spend his time hunting and fishing and golfing with Lou and friends. As a boy, hunting early became a passion for Denny and while overseas in 1950, Denny and Lou went on safari in Africa, where Denny bagged several trophy animals, including a rhinoceros, eland, grants gazelle and dick-dick. In 1957, he took his oldest son, Mike on shikari (the Indian version of a safari), where he tracked tigers, shot a couple of leopards and even hunted off the back of a local maharaja's prize hunting elephant. Once in New Mexico, Denny continued his love of hunting locally for javalina, ibex, turkey and dove, and traveled to Kansas for pheasant, Wyoming for elk and antelope, and even up to the Yukon for moose. In later years, his passion for the outdoors found its outlet in fishing and the center of much of his activities centered around the Rio Rancho Fishing Club. In addition to fishing in New Mexico, he fished for salmon off the coasts of Washington, Oregon and California, and trophy game fish like marlin off the coasts of Mexico, Baja California and Florida. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Lou, in 1982, and second wife, Frances Gaunce Berdine, in July, 1999. Denny is survived by his two sons, Mike (Theresa) of Tucson, AZ and Pat (Patricia) of Pensacola, FL; grandchildren, Julie and David Berdine of Seattle, WA, Kelly Berdine of San Antonio, TX, and Stacy Tabing of Tucson, AZ; his sister, Mrs. Virginia (Shy) McNelly of Winlock, WA; and numerous friends. A very special man, Denny was important to a lot of people and will be sorely missed by all. The family asks that those seeking to make donations do so in Denny or Lou's name to the American Cancer Society or the Lung Association. Religious services will be held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Rio Rancho, with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 20, and Funeral Mass on Tuesday, December 21 at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A reception following the Mass will be held at the family home. Cremation arrangements are being provided by Sunrise Society, 891-8200.
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Bird -- Alice M. Bird, 93, a resident of Albuquerque, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 15, 1999. She is survived by her daughter, Blanch Burroughs; son, Dr. William Bird and wife, Doni of California; granddaughter, Jennifer Schmidt and husband Brian; grandsons, Michael R. Burroughs, David Bird, Keith Bird and Jon Bird; and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lillian Marie Bird in 1927; and husband, Fred R. Bird in 1981. Upon arriving in Albuquerque, Alice soon found a home and a church home at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, which eventually became incorporated with St. Aidans to become St. Mary's Episcopal Church. She was active in the Altar Guild, St. Elizabeth's Guild and the YES Organization. She also became a Mary Kay consultant, many years with the Carmoline Grady Bunch. Mrs. Bird was a native of Deweyville, OH and came to Ft. Wayne when she was three years old. Indiana soon adopted her and as she grew up she became dedicated to the service of others, her family, first of all, neighbors, friends and the entire community. Her entire adult life had been spent in serving others. Wife, mother, author, friend, servant, confidant - Alice Bird had been many things to many people, always ready to listen, always eager to help. Mrs. Bird succeeded Dr. Nathan Salon as Commissioner to the Indiana Commission on Aging & Aged when Dr. Salon died in 1975. That same year she was elected (1974) first Senior Citizen Queen and served graciously in that capacity for one year. During her term as a Commissioner, she served as general chairman of major events, including the Governor's Conference, the State Queen contest, the Rose Festival and the Indiana State Fair for Senior Citizens. She had also served as chairman for Volunteerism and spiritual concerns committee on the State Commission. For the past three years, she had been general chairman of the Governor's Conference, a tremendous undertaking. She was secretary of the Indiana SR. Citizens Association, a member of the Indiana Coordinating Council and a member of the long range Study Legislative committee of the Indiana State Commission. As secretary of the Indiana Sr. Citizen's Association, she helped organize its annual conference. She served as chairman of the State Queen Contest for two years. In her home community, she served as chairman of the N.E. Area III Council on Aging Advisory Council and the Advisory Council of Project CENTS. She had also chaired the Religious Emphasis Committee of the YWCA for many years, and when her children were younger, she gave many hours to Boy Scouts and 4-H. She served on the District Board of Boy Scouts of America and was chairman of the mother's organization for Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity at Wabash College when her son was a student there. She had the distinguished honor of having been the only non-professional member of the Ad Hoc committee to review licensing regulations for the Aged, Retirement Homes Division for the Indiana State Board of Health. She spent hundreds of hours on that committee and also served at its co-chairman. Alice's church has always been dear to her heart. Her faith is deep and abiding and has allowed her to reach out in the community to churches other than her own Episcopal Church in Ft. Wayne. She had conducted retreats for five Presbyterian Churches and other interdenominational groups. She was the speaker at the Inter-faith Annual Luncheon for Church Women United. For 19 1/2 years, she was directress of the Altar Guild of Trinity Episcopal Church in Ft. Wayne and helped organize Altar Guild for Peace Lutheran Church and Emmaus Lutheran churches in Ft. Wayne. In addition, she was advisor to First Presbyterian Church in Ft. Wayne and when it was first built helped dress the Altar. In her own words, she had served on every committee there is in the church locally and had served on the governing body of three Episcopal churches in Ft. Wayne. She is also a member of the Diocesan Board of the Episcopal Church in Northern Indiana. Her ties to her church have been very meaningful and so well known in the community that she is known as Mrs. Trinity Episcopal Church. Perhaps her favorite project was her own Prayer Group. It was conceived seven yeas ago when ladies from her neighborhood knocked on her door several times and said,"Alice, you must start a Prayer Group!" The three women started meeting once a week at 9:00 a.m. to study the Bible and pray. From that humble beginning,"Alice Bird's Prayer Group" has branched out into three separate groups around Ft. Wayne. The original group has now grown to 10-15, still meeting every Tuesday morning. With Marian Adair and Frances Dickinson, Alice Bird founded the Christian Women's Prayer Breakfast. It is now an institution in Ft. Wayne and attracts as many as 1500 women from Indiana, Illinois, Ohio and Michigan every October. Alice is listed as an Indiana Author in the Indiana State Library at Indianapolis and the Ohio State Library as a result of her 13 year history of the Episcopal Church in Ft. Wayne and three Altar Guild Manuals, which are used throughout the United States. She also authored a"Guide for Volunteers" which is used at Parkview Memorial Hospital. Among her many accomplishments is a first for the State of Indiana. She organized the first group of high school girls to work as volunteers in hospitals. They still work in all three hospitals. She also organized the first group of church women at Old Hope Methodist Hospital to take pictures of newborn babies to be given free to their mothers. Alice's generosity and love was not limited to Ft. Wayne and Allen County, Indiana. She was also advisor to the Soodo Women's University in Seoul, Korea for 15 years. Alice Bird is a loving, gentle and marvelous human being who had lived her life for others and had been an inspiration to those all with whom she had come in contact. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1500 Chelwood Park Blvd. NE, with Father Robert Naigel officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Cemetery in Ft. Wayne, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 1500 Chelwood Blvd. NE, 87112. Alice's love was shared by many and will be missed by all. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Bradford -- Leroy A. Bradford, 84, passed away on Monday, December 13, 1999, from a massive heart attack. He leaves behind his wife, Gladis, of 63 1/2 years of marriage; daughters, Barbara A. McCreary and Betty A. Schmidt of T or C, NM; three grandsons; three granddaughters; and seven great-grandchildren. Leroy was in the Army Air Corp during WWII and was in charge of closing bases. He was the last to leave Love Field in Dallas, Texas. He moved his Family to Albuquerque in 1951. He retired from Yellow Freight in Albuquerque in 1980. Leroy and Gladis moved back to Mineral Wells Texas, their place of birth. In 1985, they moved to T or C, NM. He will be missed by his family and many friends. There will be no services. Cremation has taken place. He will be buried next to his Son at Woodland Park Cemetery in Mineral Wells, Texas at a later date. French Mortuary of T or C, NM is in charge of all arrangements.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Carlson -- Jay Wells Carlson, born August 24, 1954 in Littleton, Colorado, passed away peacefully in Albuquerque on Thursday, December 16, 1999. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Carl and Elise Carlson. He worked for Southwest Airlines for 15 years, and during that time, served as a supervisor in the operations department. He started at the Albuquerque station in 1984 while he supported his son, Josh, daughter, Lindsey and wife, Joanne, provisioning 737 aircraft. In January of 1993, after two years of hard and dedicated work, Jay earned his private pilot's license in a Cessna 150. In his last year, he became involved with Calvary Church, where he went to study the ministries and learn more about his faith. He was a faithful church goer and spoke of what he learned to those who were important to him. Jay was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying skiing, hiking and camping with his family and friends. He was a kind and considerate soul who's outgoing nature earned the respect of those who knew him. He is survived by his son, Joshua G. Carlson, daughter-in-law, Moira Carlson and their son, Eric M. Carlson; daughter, Lindsey D. Carlson and her boyfriend, Michael A. Frost, wife, Joanne Carlson, his father-in-law, Henry P. Butscher, mother-in-law, Irene A. Butscher; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; and various family members throughout the country, and his lifelong friends from Littleton, Colorado. Now he leaves us to join those who love him in the spiritual world. We all love you Jay and we will miss you. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 2:00 p.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with Mr. Larry Pierson officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Jay's name to the National Counsel on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, 148 Washington SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Davis -- Ray H. Davis, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1959, died Friday, December 17, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Marian Jo Davis of the family home; one son, Larry J. Davis and wife, Carrie of El Paso, TX; two daughters, Lillian A. Moon and husband, Danny of Albuquerque and Cindy R. Chasteen and husband, Chris of Roseville, CA; six grandchildren, Karey Howell and husband, Greg, Kristy Peck and husband, Wade, John Davis, Matthew Davis, Cammi Chasteen and Scott Chasteen; three great-grandchildren, Isiah Howell, Noah Howell and Gabriellah Howell; and one sister, Marie Thomas. Mr. Davis had been an Elementary School teacher for 38 years and retired from Albuquerque Public Schools in 1990. He was a longtime active member of Hoffmantown Church, serving as a Deacon and Director of a Senior Adult Sunday School Department. Mr. Davis had also served as a weekly volunteer at Noonday Ministry for the last eight years. Services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at Hoffmantown Church, 8888 Harper NE, with Pastor Ken Moore officiating. Interment will follow at 12:30 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Willis Whitfield, Royce Anderson, Bill Hereford, Russ Davis, Ralph Williams. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Sunday, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Noonday Ministry, P.O. Box 25451, 87125. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Farley -- William P. Farley, a resident of Albuquerque since 1953, passed away December 16, 1999. He was a member of elks Lodge #461, La Noche Garden Club, volunteered for Meals on Wheels and participated in the UNM Aging Process Study. He is survived by his wife, Juliann"Judy" Farley; brother-in-law, Frank C. Kerestesi and wife, Joy of Las Vegas, NM; niece, Margo Fuerbringer and husband, William of South Bend, IN; niece, Linda McKinley and husband, Mark; grandniece, Melissa McKinley; Godchild, Laura McKinley; nephew, Thomas F. Kerestesi and wife, Buffy, both of Las Vegas, NV; nephew, James Gerharz of Bradenton, FL; grandnephew, Scott Kerestesi; and grandniece, Anne E. Kerestesi. Memorial services will be held Monday, December 20, 1999, 2:30 p.m. at Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Interment of cremains will take place at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Garden Center, 10120 Lomas Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112 or Meals on Wheels, 8403 Constitution NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Fisher -- Octavia Harvey Fisher, 93, of Albuquerque, died Friday, December 17, 1999. Born July 3, 1906 in Spokane, WA to Cecil G. Ware and Pearl Harvey Ware; and one brother, Cecil Ware. Graduated from high school in Tallamook, Oregon in 1925; attended Willamette University. Married June 12, 1929 to Leslie Eugene Fisher, who preceded her in death on September 29, 1966 in Mullan, Idaho. Survived by sons, Leslie E. Fisher and wife, Mary of Cleveland, OH and James D. Fisher and wife, Linn Tyler of Albuquerque; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter. Gentle of spirit, loving in manner with a smile that brightened our lives, she taught us the meaning of strength and faith. Memorial services will be held Monday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 90790, 87199-0790. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Flint -- Addie Lee's spirit left her 91 year old earthly body at 8:00 p.m., December 16, 1999. Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandmother, talented artist, community servant, and social leader, Addie Lee was born on the family farm near Hammon, OK, September 16,1908. She was the oldest child of Quincy Vandom Whatley and Lillian Clifford (Jernigan) Whatley. The family moved to West Plains, MO in 1919, where her father farmed and owned a small herd of Registered Jersey milk cows. Her mother contracted TB in 1922 and was diagnosed as terminal, so a move to a dry climate was imperative. They traded for a ranch south of Bard, where they raised beef and ran their dairy. Addie Lee graduated from San Jon High School, attended NM Teacher's College for a year, and taught the one room school at Pumpkin Center. In 1930, she married her husband of 69 years, A.F. (Frankie) Flint. They farmed and ranched at Bard from that time until their health forced retirement only a few years ago. Addie Lee accompanied Frankie as they traveled around the USA and the world, working alone or as an officer or director of organizations to improve their farm/ranch operation, their community, and their government. They were generous with their time and money, working as a team in organizations such as Beef Improvement Federation (BOD), Production Registry International, American Angus Association (BOD), Certified Meat Sires, NM and TX Angus Associations, ASCS County Committee, SCS Committee, Crops and Stabilization Board, NM Cattle Growers Association, San Jon School Board (25 years), REA (BOD 45 years), NM Constitution Convention, NM State Livestock Board, United Methodist Church, Women's Society of Christian Service (State Offices), FFA, Cowbells, Democratic Party, BSA, etc., etc. Her four younger brothers preceded Addie Lee in death. Her husband, Frankie; sons, Quinnie and wife, Shirley, A. Franklin Jr. and wife, Betty, and Martenia and wife, Felecia; daughter, Ora Lee Robbins and husband, Leslie; ten grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren survive her. Dunn's Funeral Home is handling arrangements. The memorial service will be at San Jon Methodist Church, Monday, 20 December, at 2:00 p.m. Internment will follow at the San Jon Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clifford Flint, Stephen Flint, Franklin Flint, James Robbins, Mike Thrasher, Bob Brehm, Jimmy Lafferty, and Kevin Bond. Instead of flowers, it is suggested that you make a donation to the San Jon Methodist Church, the San Jon Cemetery Fund, or the Mesa College Dinosaur Museum in Addie Lee's name...and/or write Frankie a note at 6002 Quay Road M., Bard, NM 88411 recounting some interesting event you remember sharing with Addie Lee or him.
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Gage -- Bertrice L. Gage (Bert) passed away December 15, 1999 at Four Corners Good Samaritan Center. Bert was born in Harviell, Missouri, August 20, 1906. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles C. Gage Sr. in December, 1993. Bert and Charlie came to Gallup in 1929. They had rental properties there for over 60 years and operated Hedges Service Station on West 66 for over 20 years. She is survived by her son, Charles C. Gage Jr. of Albuquerque; daughter, Jean Donohue Reed and husband, William (Bill) Reed of Farmington; three sisters; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She will be laid to rest in Gallup with Charlie, her husband of 69 years.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Grover -- Keith Grover, Sr., 87, a resident of Albuquerque for 20 years, died suddenly at his home, Wednesday, December 15, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Ellen Warner Grover; children, Penny and husband, Bob of Albuquerque, Jon and wife, Judy, Tom and wife, Norma, all of Maryland and Keith Jr. of Albuquerque; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his sister, Norma Airmet and husband, Elliot of this city; and sister-in-law, Esther Grover and Maryland. Mr. Grover was a Committing Magistrate in Montgomery County, Maryland. He was a long standing member and past secretary of the Musicians Union, Local #212, in Ely, NV. Services will be held Monday, 2:00 p.m., at Haines Street Chapel, 5709 Haines NE, with Bishop Haire presiding. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the UNM Cancer and Research Center, 900 Camino de Salud NE, 87131. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Gwash -- Eleanor ("Ellie") Elizabeth Gwash, 75, of Albuquerque, died peacefully surrounded by her family on December 16, 1999. Ellie was born in Eveleth, Minnesota on March 5, 1924. Throughout her life, she was a courageous and loving mother and wife, and a devoted friend to many people. She loved to travel, enjoyed her grandchildren and was a great senior bowler. Ellie was retired from US Civil Service, having worked proudly for both DNA Field Command and the US Air Force. During WWII, she worked in Chicago at Douglas Aircraft, building B-24's. After her retirement in 1987, she traveled extensively around the US and in Europe, including a lengthy visit to her ancestral home in Solvenia. She is survived by her three sons, Greg (Cynthia), Kris (Kathy) and Scott; and grandchildren, Brian (Tracy), Kristoffer, Kali, Kyle, Jeffrey and Emily. She was predeceased by her husband of 25 years, Paul, in 1968; and son, Daniel, in 1954. A memorial celebration of her life will be held at her home, 12517 Rosemont NE 87112, on Sunday, December 19 at 3:00 p.m. She will be interred with her husband, Paul at Santa Fe National Cemetery in a private service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the International Myeloma Foundation, 2129 Stanley Hills Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90046.
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Hammer -- Jack E. Hammer, 76, Lt. Colonel United States Air Force Retired, passed on to be with the Lord on 13 December 1999. Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Helen, who passed away on September 22, 1999. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Doty. Jack is survived by his sister, Dorothy Brugenhemke of Raleigh, NC; three daughters and their families, Cindy Kennedy and husband, Ken, Susie Norlander and husband, Mark, Kate Davis and husband, Dennis; grandchildren, Andrew and Jason Kennedy, Russ and Jeni Norlander, and Whitney, Mandy and Mikal Davis; great-grandchild, Justin Kennedy. Jack was born 5 September 1923 in Omaha, Nebraska to Ed and Peggy Hammer. Following his education and the outbreak of WWII, Jack enlisted in the ArmyAir Corps. Following his training and flight instruction, he was married to Dotty Hunt in 1943. He then went to the Burma-China Theater and flew the infamous"Hump" for the duration of the war. Jack was a lifelong member of the Hump Pilots Association. Following the end of the war, Jack returned to Omaha with wife. Daughters, Cindy and Susie were born in 1946 and 1948. Dotty was stricken with cancer and died in 1955. Jack pressed on and met and married his second wife, Helen in 1956. Daughter, Kate was born in 1957. For the remainder of his career, Jack was assigned numerous duties which included flying B-36 and KC-135 tankers. Jack retired from the Air Force in 1968 and made his home in Albuquerque. He had been witness to the birth of his grandchildren and great-grandchild, and had enjoyed watching them grow. Jack has slipped the surly bonds of earth and now has touched the face of God. He will be missed. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held. Date and time will be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jack's favorite charity, Boy's Town. Cremation by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Healy -- Dennis Brendon Healy, 51, a resident to Albuquerque, died Thursday, December 16, 1999. He is survived by his mother, Marie Healy of Albuquerque; brothers, Michael Healy of Albuquerque, Kevin Healy and wife, Nancy of Colorado, and Brian Healy; nieces, Adele and Kathryn Healy of Illinois, and Nicole Healy of Colorado; nephew, Brendon Healy, also of Colorado. A Rosary will be recited at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 833 Arizona SE, Monday, December 20, 1999 at 10:00 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Immediately following the Mass, burial will take place at Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE.
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Hernandez -- Roberto Hernandez, 70, passed away December 16, 1999. He was a longtime resident of Albuquerque, a 21 year veteran of the U.S. Air Force, having served in Germany, France and Vietnam. He was awarded Airman's Metal for Heroism, Vietnamese Gallantry Cross with Palm, PU Citation with V device for Bravery, Campaign Ribbons, and 3 Air Force Commendation Metals. He retired from Civil Service after 18 years. He was an avid golfer, fisherman, bowler, and loved music. He was preceded in death by parents, Antonio and Manuelita Hernandez; brothers, Juan and David Hernandez, all of Del Rio, Texas. He is survived by wife, Ida Montoya Hernandez; sons, Robert P. Hernandez, Michael E. Hernandez and wife, Stephanie; granddaughter, Raquel Marina Hernandez; brothers, Cruz and Nestor Hernandez; other family and friends who loved and will miss him. Memorial services will be held at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, with Rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 21, 1999, Mass of Christian at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday with Father Joe Vigil Celebrant. Interment will follow at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
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Knopp -- Mrs. Marlene R. Knopp, 67, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed on to be with our Lord, Wednesday, December 15, 1999. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd and Mary Myers and a sister to Harold Myers and his wife, Lois Myers of Albuquerque. Her mother later married Miles A. Ramsey (both deceased). She was preceded in death by her husband, Retired Navy SKCS Norman (Roy) Knopp. She is survived by her sons, Kenneth J. Knopp, his wife, Noma and family of Roanoke, VA, Bruce D. Knopp of Albuquerque, and Brian D. Knopp, his wife, Heather, and grandsons, Matthew and Gregory of Lynchburg, VA. She is also survived by her aunt, Gertrude Helmer of Albuquerque and her husband. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School Class of 1950, and enjoyed traveling very much. She will be sorely missed by the many friends and groups she participated in the Volunteer Program through the Highland Senior Center of Albuquerque, the American Legion Post #49 of Albuquerque, and former member of the sorority Beta Sigma Phi. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, December 21, 1999 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors. Services will be entrusted to Fitzgerald & Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle Blvd. NE.
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Lente -- The family of Raymond Lente 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 Rick, San Antonio Catholic Church, Los Lunas, New Mexico, Celebrant of the Mass. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Leon -- Louis A. Leon, 36, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 1999. He was a member of the Isleta Catholic Church. Louis is survived by his fiancee, Priscilla Trujeque; five sons, Michael Leon, age 12, Louis Leon, age 10, residents of Denver, CO, Michael Trujeque, age 13, Matthew Trujeque, age 11, and Marcus Trujeque, age 9, residents of Los Lunas; his parents, Victor and Carolyn Leon of Canal Point, FL; two brothers, Joe Leon of Independence, KS, Tad Leon of St. Cloud, FL; one sister, Monique James of Nashville, IL; two grandmothers, Frances Leon of Independence, KS, Wilma N. Atkins of St. Cloud, FL. Louis is also survived by several brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, 6:00 p.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, 10:00 a.m., at the Isleta Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the Valencia Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe and Tad Leon, Tony Litsey, Orlando and Herman Chavez, and Daniel Serna. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Lucero -- Anna Lourdes Lucero, 54, died peacefully at home, Thursday night, of cancer. A native of Deming, NM, she was a devoted mother, nana, friend, and nurse. She was preceded in death by her father, Mike Luis Lucero; and brother, Steve M. Lucero. She is survived by her mother, Azucena"Susie" Lucero; sons, James Jaramillo and Walter A. Sullins and his wife, Kimberly; and grandchildren, Lacey, Shaylee, Jena and A.J. Sullins; and many friends and family. She was a dedicated nurse working at St. Joseph Hospital for the last 19 years and was a member of Church of the Risen Savior. Her impact on lives will live on forever in many hearts. Her strength, leadership, and sense of humor inspired her family and made them better people. She fulfilled her true calling in life by raising two sons and serving many people as their nurse and friend. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday, at Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care. A Rosary will be recited at 6:45 p.m. at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., Monday, at Church of the Risen Savior, with Rev. Paul Baca as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jim Alcala, Fred Reade, Dave Duff, Ed Vega, Arthur Vega and Luis Abeyta. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Casa Esperanza, 1005 Yale Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Madrid -- Ignacio L. Madrid Sr., 72, resident of Albuquerque, passed away peacefully on December 17, 1999. Mr. Madrid is survived by his children, Charlie Saiz, Maxine Montoy, Sandra Cardosa, Samuel Madrid, Juanita Cordova, Joseph R. Madrid, Bernadette Madrid, Charles Vigil Madrid, Melody Vigil Madrid, Anthony Benavidez; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by three sons, Ignacio Madrid Jr., Edmund Madrid, and Paul Benavidez. Mr. Madrid was a veteran and served in World War II. He was a prominent member of his community. His involvement in politics assisted governmental leaders in improving the quality of life for all New Mexicans. Funeral services for Mr. Madrid will be held on Tuesday at the Iglesia Congregational Unida Church, where the service will begin at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe at 1:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be Johnny Gallegos, Tom Benavidez, Juven Sanchez, Ozzy Davis, Charles Vigil Madrid and Ross Cordova Jr. Visitations will begin on Monday at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary Chapel from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. A prayer service will be held on Monday night at 7:30 p.m. at the mortuary chapel. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Martinez -- Eloy A. Martinez, age 78, died at his home in Santa Fe on December 15, 1999. He was preceded in death by his wife, Frances R. Martinez; and granddaughter, Madonna Renee Martinez. Mr. Martinez was a 1941 graduate of Santa Fe High School, where he, as #18, bolted the Demons to their most coveted 1939 championship win of the Silver Football Trophy. Shortly thereafter, he met his loving wife of 54 years, Frances Roybal. After a short courtship, Eloy and Frances were wed in 1941 at Cristo Rey Church. Shortly thereafter Eloy was called to active duty with the US Navy. Upon his return from active duty, Mr. Martinez came back to Santa Fe, where he served on the Santa Fe Police Department for many years. In 1954, he accepted a position with the Albuquerque Police Department and the Bernalillo County Sheriffs Department, where he served for ten years. At the time of his father's untimely death in 1961, he moved his family back to Santa Fe, where he inherited the office of his father for Justice of the Peace. From this time on, he would be known to all the people he helped and served as"The Judge." Mr. Martinez went on to win elections as Police Magistrate for many terms. Eventually he ended his career in Law Enforcement as a Bondsman and P.I. here in Santa Fe in 1983. Mr. Martinez was an active member of the Eagles, Elks, FOP, Optimist Club, Union Protectiva, and Veteran's of Foreign Wars, and he held office of President and other offices in each organization. He is survived by his son, Eloy F. Martinez and Marcia Roybal of Las Cruces; daughters, Liza Sokolowski of Santa Fe, Monica L. Augustine and husband, Ronald J. of Englewood, CO, Camilla M. (Kam) Martinez of Santa Fe; grandchildren, Melissa E. Martinez and Eloy F. Martinez III of Chicago, IL, Monnet Martinez of Albuquerque, Jessica F. Sokolowski, Sonya A. Sokolowski, both of Santa Fe, Jacob M. Eloy Brito Augustine of Golden, CO; great-grandchild, Ashley Chavez of Chicago, IL; brothers, Alfredo (Freddie) Martinez and wife, Margaret of Santa Fe, Joe J. Martinez and wife, Louise of Santa Fe, Juan Martinez and wife, Mary Jane of Santa Fe, Leo Martinez, PhD and wife, Rose Ellen of Las Vegas, NM, Jimmy Martinez and wife, Florine; sisters, Cora Martinez and husband, Martin of Santa Fe, Anita Aldeis and Aurora Felix, both of Santa Fe, Norma Perry and husband, Jim of Chicago, IL; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation will begin on Sunday, December 19, 12:00 noon, at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel, where a Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m., led by La Union Protectiva. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, December 20, 10:00 a.m., at St. Francis Cathedral. Interment will begin at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600. www.berardinelli-mortuary.com
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Pacheco -- Lawrence Pacheco, age 57, passed away December 16, 9:00 a.m., unexpectedly. He is survived by his mother, Laura Pacheco; a brother, Tano Pacheco; two aunts, Fransis Valenzuela and Nica Chavez; and many, many cousins, friends and neighbors. Rosary services will be Monday, December 20, 7:00 p.m., at St. Francis Xavier Church. Memorial Mass will be Tuesday, December 21, 9:00 a.m., at St. Francis Xavier Church.
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Padilla -- Mrs. Adelina"Lina" Padilla, 58, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on December 15, 1999. Mrs. Padilla was the beloved wife of 36 years to Willie Padilla. She is also survived by her three sons, Alex, Jason and Adam; two sisters, Rosa Montoya and Patsy Chavez and husband, Tito; two brothers, Eugene Padilla and wife, Anna and Larry Padilla and wife, Alice; four grandchildren, Alexus, James, Jason and Dominique; two aunts, Ola Jennings and Luticia Archuleta; mother-in-law, Lucia Padilla; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Padilla was a member of the Catholic Church and a life member of the Altar Society. A Rosary will be recited by Tito and Patsy Chavez, Sunday at 3:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5415 Fortuna NW, with visitation at the church after 2:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, 11:00 a.m., at Holy Rosary Church with final viewing at the church from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Bernie Tapia, Frank Ware, Dwayne Romero, Eric Padilla, Richard Padilla and Eddie Padilla. Honorary will be Larry Padilla, Alfred Padilla and Rodney Montoya. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Philips -- P. Kim Philips, a generous soul, passed from this life, December 12, 1999, after only 42 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Inez Philips and is survived by sisters, Phyllis Dyer and husband, Lyle Schultz of Albuquerque and Jan Bulris and husband, Al of Coral Springs, FL; nephews, Brian Dyer of Mesa, AZ and Cory Bulris, USAF; niece, Stacey Dyer of Tucson; aunt, Peg Galbreath; and cousin, Tish Wood Tyler of Albuquerque. Kim had many loving friends, some of whom were with her through the ordeal of her last day. Arrangements have been made for cremation. In celebration of Kim's new life there will be an open house on January 8, 2000 at Tish's house. Friends, family and acquaintances are welcome, call 792-1799 for details. She loved animals and would have appreciated donations to Animal Humane Society.
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Riordan -- Helen Dolores Riordan, 87, died Friday evening. She is survived by her sons, Robert B. Riordan Jr. and wife, Linda, William Riordan, James Riordan and wife, Mary Ann, Dr. Richard Riordan and wife, Andra, Dr. Terry Riordan; and one daughter, Mary Ellen Letterio and husband, Jim. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren and was preceded in death by her husband, R.B."Buck Riordan in 1978. Helen was born to Stanislaw and Zofia Rapala in Chicago on August 8, 1912. She became a registered nurse in 1934 and worked at Cook County General Hospital. Helen entered the airline industry during its infancy when nurses were required to accompany flying passengers. She graduated with the second class of stewardesses with Trans World Airlines in 1936. Because of airline rules at that time she was required to leave that position when she married. The family moved to Albuquerque in 1948 and was very active in the church and school at Our Lady of Fatima during the 1950's and 1960's. After her youngest child started full time school, Helen returned to nursing. She worked at Bataan Memorial Methodist Hospital, B.C.M.C., Santa Fe National Hospital and retired from St. Joseph's Hospital. Her work was mainly in neurosurgical, intensive and critical care nursing. Despite an active work and home life, Helen traveled abroad with her children during their formative years rounding out their education with introductions to foreign cultures. After her retirement, she maintained her friendships with coworkers including membership in the Clipped Wings, an association of former airline stewardesses. The family would like to especially thank Gloria Webb, her nurse, whose devotion and care for Helen during the past year was inspirational. Services include a visitation at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary Monday, December 20, in the Palm Chapel at Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE. Services will be held at the Gate of Heaven Mausoleum Chapel at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 21.
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Ross -- Robert (Batman) J. Ross, 74, a resident of Albuquerque since 1962, died Tuesday, December 14, 1999. He is survived by his daughter, Mary DeLosh and husband, Edward of Albuquerque; step son, Steven Harding and wife, Sue of Kelso, WA; two grandchildren, Robert DeLosh and Danielle DeLosh; and five step grandchildren. Mr. Ross retired from the Albuquerque Public Schools in 1990. He enjoyed racing racecars at Speedway Park. Private disposition has taken place and private services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice Homecare, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd., NE.
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Sanchez -- Dorothy Ann Sanchez, 42, passed away December 17, 1999. She was preceded in death by her sister, Emila Chavez; grandparents, Manuel and Emila Chavez and Edward and Mary Jane Lopez. Dorothy is survived by her husband, John Sanchez; and daughter, Lisa Sanchez; mother and father, Manuel and Josephine Chavez; mother and father-in-law, John and Priscilla Sanchez; sister, Alberta Chavez; brothers, Rick and Anthony Chavez; and nieces, Maria, Vanessa, and Jane. She was a beautiful person and loved everybody. Memorial services will be held at Church of the Ascension, 2150 Raymac Rd. SW, with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 20, 1999, and Mass to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 21, 1999. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Sanchez -- IN LOVING MEMORY OF LILLIAN P. SANCHEZ JANUARY 10, 1924 - DECEMBER 19, 1993 I remember your gentle touch, so soft and so full of love, but that was six years ago before the Lord took you above.I remember You so perfectly in each and every way, Like When you would hold me in your arms, And"I Love You", you would say.Each Day and night I Know you can hear me as I pray. And so as the years go on, I will keep remembering you Grandma, and in my heart you will always stayWe Love You Grandma Marlene & GabeMOM, We Love You and Miss You, Chuck, Vince, Margaret, Marie, Vivian, Benny Jr., Fran, Steve, and AnnetteMY DARLING, LIL, I cherish the memory of the countless times that I would say to you,"Lil, you are the Love of my life." That memory is etched within me forever. Until the time comes that we will be together again, ALL MY LOVE, AS ALWAYS. YOUR BENNY
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Sanchez -- Reina S. Sanchez, born October 26, 1922 passed away on December 17, 1999 after being very ill for several months. She is survived by companion, Adolfo Dominguez; daughters, Dolores Sanchez McGlotten, Maria Gloria Bradley, Barbara Jeanette Sanchez, Diana Kathryn Cramer and Joanne B. Kollbocker; brother Raymond Y. Saavedra; sister, Lottie Trujillo; and 14 grandchildren. A Rosary will be held at San Jose Church on Sunday evening , December 19, 1999 at 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 20, 1999 at 10:00 a.m with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rudy Sanchez, Lincoln McKenna, Basil McKenna, Ray Chavez, Jason McKenna and Patrick Sanchez. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jesse Kollbocker and Fernando Venzor.
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Schmitt -- Ethel Hagan Schmitt was born May 24, 1904, to John Alexander and Malissa Jackson Hagan of Giles County, Pulaski Post Office, Tennessee, one of nine children. The Hagans owned and worked a large farm in rural Tennessee. Ethel lived through 95 of the most exciting years in recorded history. She saw the beginning of the 20th Century from the vantage of a farm, became a pioneer in women's education, and watched as her son walked on the moon. Ethel never considered her education to be complete. Schooling included a one-room, country schoolhouse in Stella, Tennessee. She told stories of how the pupils"out-learned" the teachers and were promoted to a two-room school even farther from their homes. In the case of the Hagan family, that meant driving miles by horse and buggy. Cold, snow or even high water seldom kept the children from school. After two years of high school and two years of college at Martin College boarding school in Pulaski, graduating in 1923, Ethel began her teaching career in two-room schools in Lawrence County, Tennessee. There she taught grades one through four and then grades five through eight, serving also as a principal for a country school. Ethel then taught elementary geography at Kingsport, Tennessee, while she attended summer school at George Peabody College, now part of Vanderbuilt University in Nashville. Ethel ultimately received her B.S. degree in August of 1928. While finishing her last summer school, Ethel was persuaded that she should be the first Peabody graduate to teach in the state of New Mexico. Thus, she arrived in Silver City in September, 1928, to join the Education Department of New Mexico State Teacher's College, now Western New Mexico University in Silver City. Ethel served as one of four critic teachers at the Training School, teaching fifth and sixth grades, as well as college students who were planning on teaching careers. She kept up with many of her students and several would go out of their way to contact her through the years, including a number of recent visits in her home. At the time of Ethel's arrival from El Paso, Texas, in one of the Parish's motorized"stages", Silver City was little more that a cow town that also served the local mining camps. There was no natural gas, few electrical appliances, and a limited amount of water. Bullard Street had recently become the first paved street in the town. Ethel was in demand as a speaker during her later years, reminiscing on her life and early times in the Grant County area, as well as her passion for nature, particularly Southwestern flora. Ethel married Dr. Harrison Ashley Schmitt (Ph.D.), a mining geologist from Mankato, Minnesota. The marriage ceremony took place in Nashville's Immanuel Baptist Church on October 19, 1929, her parent's 37th wedding anniversary. At the time of their marriage, Harrison served as Chief Geologist for the New Jersey Zinc Mining Company, but was headquartered in Hanover, NM. The couple arrived in New York City on a combined wedding and business trip on October 24, 1929, or"Black Thursday", the day of the famous"1929 Crash" of the stock market and the beginning of the Great Depression. Their first home was at the Empire Zinc Mining Company's camp at Hanover. In January 1931, Harrison started a consulting business with an office in El Paso's Mills Building with Ethel as field assistant, typist, proofreader, and manuscript critic. Harrison wrote many scientific articles for mining magazines during the Depression. Ethel always said,"they rode the depression of the 1930's to the bottom." In April of 1933, when their first child, Alexandra, was one year old, they gave up the El Paso office and moved back to the mining camp house they had left two years before. The family, now including a son, Harrison Hagan, born in 1935, moved to the Silver Heights area of Silver City in 1937. A daughter, Paula, died of pneumonia in January, 1939 at the age of 15 months. In 1943, with another daughter, Armena, born in 1940, the Schmitts moved to the final family home north of Silver City on Cottage San Road. Harrison and Ethel maintained his consulting office there until he died in 1966. Ethel wrote, and in 1993, self-published"Byjingos and Dadgum - A Farmhouse Remembers (1867-1920)", a memoir of the Hagan family and her early life, which has been enjoyed by her family and friends. In this memoir, the family home, speaking for Ethel, says: Alone I stand, a house with reflections and expectations of my life and the people who have been a part of me. Tomorrow I'll be sold for the third or fourth time at a public sale....A pleasant autumn breeze has suddenly changed to an early winter wind. I find myself drowsily rocking; my frame is weak, bottom and beam joists have degenerated. Houses grow old like people from weight of memories and deterioration. Creaking joints, fallen arches and rusty elbows make me admit that I am old....no dog warns of an approaching friend or stranger...The hound dog, Brewster, refused to accept any other house as home. How many times he was given away or how many miles he was taken I could not estimate, but he always found his way back. I literally vibrated with pride each time I felt the thump of his weary tail on my porch as if an Olympic feat had been accomplished. His last long walk was from beyond Pulaski for 20 miles or more. He sighed and I buckled with relief when the Cap'n said that it was not honorable to deprive him of his beloved home and he would not be given away again...The dog that I remember best, of course, was the last one, Ole Alice. She seemed almost human by understanding what was said to her. If goats got from their field Lissie might say,"Those goats are in the wrong field again." Without another word Alice would be off like a flash, not to return until the last goat was where it belonged.... Ethel is survived by Alexandra and Bob Decker of Alamo, CA, Harrison H. Schmitt and his wife, Teresa Fitzgibbon of Albuquerque, Armena and George Franks of Tucson, AZ; four grandchildren, Janis (Chris) Murphy of Carlsbad, CA, Linda (Steve) Merriam of Pleasant Hill, CA, Maggie and Hagan Franks of Tucson; three great-grandchildren, Kirk and Caitlin Murphy and Sean Merriam. Also surviving is her youngest sister, Bernice Mobley of Athens, AL. Graveside services were at the Masonic Cemetery in Silver City on Thursday, December 16, 1999. Honorary pallbearers were every friend who ate at her table, crossed her threshold, or learned from her life. Also, we honor the caregivers that made her final years more comfortable, Dora Madero, Theodora Quintero, Irma Rodriguez, Lydia Diaz, Janice Scott, Betty Hunt, and Gloria Zamora. Ethel hoped that, in lieu of flowers, contributions be given to the Methodist Home, P.O. Box 5010, Waco, TX 76708-9989 and the Gila Regional Medical Center Hospice, c/o Wanda Hall, 1313 East 32nd, Silver City, NM 88061. Bright Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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Semarge -- Tommy B. Semarge, 71, an Albuquerque resident since 1947, died Wednesday, December 15, 1999. Mrs. Semarge is survived by her sons, Ronald Semarge and wife, Cindy of Manhattan, KS, Thomas Semarge Jr. and wife, Carol of Washington, DC and Perry Semarge and wife, Bettie of Bernalillo; daughters, Ellen Stern and husband, Ken and Beverly Marquis and husband, Richard, all of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Renee, Melanie, Jonathan, Matthew, Ryan, Jeffrey, Megan and Jessica; great-granddaughter, Rebecca; brothers, Louis Buenabenta and wife, Josie of Bernalillo and Manuel Benta of Mountainair, NM; special nephew, Jack Herrera and wife, Odelia of Costillo, NM; aunt, Lucretia Chavez; numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas J. Semarge Sr.; brothers, Joe Benta and Tony Benta; and a sister, Caroline Savage. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, December 19, 1999, at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, with Rev. Alex Trujillo reciting. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 1999 at John XXIII Catholic Church, 4831 Tramway Ridge NE, with Father Arkad Biczak, Celebrant. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe, NM. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, NM Affiliate, 6301 Forest Hills Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110 or to the National Kidney Foundation of NM, 4919 Prospect Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Friends may visit on Sunday, December 19, 1999, from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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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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Spencer -- Funeral services for A.N. Spencer, 75, of Alto, will be Monday, December 20 at 2:00 p.m. in the Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount with the Rev. John Penn officiating. Mr. Spencer died Thursday, December 16 in Las Cruces. He was born May 8, 1924 at Carrizozo. He attended New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell in high school and two years of college. He became a Doctor and was a General Practitioner in Carrizozo for 19 1/2 years. He married Jacqueline Everts Bancroft on November 27, 1954 at Albuquerque. Survivors include his wife, Jackie of Alto. He was a loving father to the children he adopted, Hugh Bancroft of Aspen, CO, Christopher Bancroft of Argyle, TX and Kathryn Kayadas of Waban, MA; and eight grandchildren. The family has asked for memorials to the Polycystic Kidney Disease Research (P.K.D.R.), University of Colorado Health Service Center, 4200 E. 9th Ave., C283, Denver, CO 80262 or Lincoln County Medical Center, 211 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345.
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Stephenson -- Edith Lillian Stephenson, 70, a resident of Albuquerque since 1964, went home to her Lord, Friday, December 17, 1999. She is survived by her loving husband, Paul L. Stephenson and her children, Larry K. Stephenson, Kevin L. Stephenson, Karen L. Stephenson and fiance, Timothy D. Akers, all of Albuquerque; sister, Barbara Erickson of Roseville, CA; a niece, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Stephenson graduated from Roseville Joint Union High School in 1948. She was employed with Southern Pacific Railroad for ten years prior to her marriage to Paul Stephenson in 1958. She was also a charter member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Roseville, CA. Mrs. Stephenson was a brave woman. She always described life and family as"beautiful." She was a loving wife, mother and sister who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Private interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Heart Association, P.O. Box 90790, 87119 or American Diabetes Association of NM, 525 San Pedro NE #101, 87108. French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Tafoya -- Richard"Dickie" Tafoya HAPPY BIRTHDAY! You are in our thoughts everyday. We miss you.LOVE, Your Family
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Webster -- Jacque Lee Webster, born October 31, 1942, in Fort Collins, Colorado, passed away December 11, 1999 in Apache Junction, Arizona. She spent many years in La Junta, Colorado and Albuquerque. She is survived by her sons, Tim Webster of Lakeside, AZ and Troy Webster of Sunflower, AZ. She had six grandchildren and one brother. Memorial services will be held at the Cross of Hope Church in Rio Rancho on January 8, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. Donations may be made to Hospice of Phoenix, Arizona.
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White -- James Robert"Bob" White, 52, a resident of Albuquerque since 1980, died Wednesday, December 15, 1999. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Joan E. Cox; daughter, Amanda Lyn White; grandson, Davian Alexander White; brother, Edwin Clifton White; sister, Colleen Elizabeth Thayer; and many family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin Clifton White Jr. and Doris Lucille Henrichsen White; and sister, Kathlyn Sue White. Bob was born September 2, 1947 in Clovis, NM. He received a BBA in 1970 from Eastern New Mexico University followed an MBA in 1976. He began his career with New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department in 1970 and retired from the Department in December of 1996. During his career, he played an active role as a lobbyist for the Taxation and Revenue Department and was a member of the department's legislative team. Bob was an active member in ministry at Covenant United Methodist Church. He also served faithfully on the Board of Directors, Wesley Foundation at UNM; Albuquerque Central Camp of Gideons International; The New Mexico Walk to Emmanus and Kairos Ministry. A celebration of his life and the Resurrection will be held at Covenant United Methodist Church, 8510 Wyoming NE at 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 20, 1999. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Gideons International, Albuquerque Central Camp, P.O. Box 8835, 87108, Sacramento Methodist Assembly, Sacramento, NM 88347 or Kairos Prison Ministry. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Wilson -- William Dean Wilson, 76, passed away December 15, 1999 at San Juan Regional Medical Center. He was born November 19, 1923 to Paul Wilson Sr. and Dine Yazhe Bitsi in Teec Nos Pos, Arizona. Mr. Wilson served in the U.S. Marines during WWII as a Navajo"Code Talker." Funeral services will be held Monday, December 20, 10:00 a.m., at the Bethel Christian Reformed Church in Shiprock with the Reverend Paul Redhouse officiating. Visitation will be on Monday, December 20, 9:00 a.m., at the church. Interment will follow at Salt Water Family Cemetery in Teec Nos Pos, Arizona. Arrangements are under the direction of Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St., in Farmington, 325-8688.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999

Wolfel -- Jennie Wolfel, longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away December 16, 1999. She is survived by her son, Robert Olguin and wife, Evelyn; granddaughter, Robyn Olguin; grandsons, Derrick Olguin and James McDaniel; and one brother, Henry Wolfel. Jennie is very much loved and will always be remembered. Entombment at Monte Calvary Cemetery, December 20, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. "Those who believe in Christ never die." Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 343-8008.
        Published on: Sun December 19, 1999