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Sena -- Joe A. Sena, beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather was called home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 20, 1999 while surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Sena was born on October 16, 1913 in Pena Blanca, NM to Joe and Felicita Sena; he was a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Lucy Sena of the family home; his precious children, Josie Klein and Steve Sena; his adoring grandchildren, Greg, James, Adam, Andres and Monica; great-grandchildren, Benjamin, Erik, Mattias, Chase, Felicia and Choloe. He will be greatly missed by his loving family. Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated this morning at 10:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Casket bearers will be James Ortega, John Salazar, Ramon Salas, Clavio Sanchez, Eli Sanchez and Eloy Salas. For floral assistance, please call 243-5222. Funeral services are under the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. S.W.
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Solomon -- Alvin H. Solomon, born August 31, 1929 in Chicago, IL, beloved father and friend, died April 20, after a frustrating battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Pauline Solomon; his sister, June; wife, Lewise; and dear friend, Marva Vollmar. He is survived by his daughter, Sabrina and son-in-law, Mark; his goddaughters, Pari Taichert and Dara Shaw; dear friend, Alan Rosner; adopted sister, Eve Davies; and numerous relatives. Al graduated with a degree in electrical engineering from Purdue University. His ultimate expertise was in nuclear weapons systems, and he was greatly respected in his field. He retired as Chief of the Engineering Analysis Branch of the San Antonio Air Logistics Command (KAFB) in October 1995. Al blended his technical know-how with his creative side when he served as the Lighting Director of the Albuquerque Little Theater for ten years. Al was a keen analyst of human nature, and his skill in understanding people made him a superb manager and magnificent friend. He had a deep respect for irreverence, an admiration for"rogueishness", and an appreciation for good stories and bad jokes. Al had a strong spirit of adventure and equally enjoyed exploring ideas and places. Although he was an engineer, one of the jobs he was proudest of was his own New Mexico sightseeing business in the early 1960's. He said that when he arrived in New Mexico for the first time after working in Seattle in 1960, he felt like he was returning home. His love affair with this state continued all his life. Al knew about everything. If you asked him a question, he had an answer and it was always right. Al was the definition of a father: he always made sure everything was taken care of-for everyone he loved and even people who worked for him casually. His hobbies were many, but one of his greatest pleasures was fiddling around with construction projects and home repairs. He was constantly seeking solutions to vexing problems in his and other people's homes. He was actively involved in the Friends of the North Golf Course community action group and the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society. Al's fine mind, tremendous capacity for love, and sense of humor will be missed by us all. A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held on Tuesday, April 27 at 2:00 p.m. at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana NE. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent in his memory to the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society, PO Box 23056, Santa Fe, NM 87502. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. Solomon (891-8200).
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Stevens -- Betty Stevens peacefully passed into the arms of the Lord at home on April 15,1999, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born April 5, 1916 in Greeley, Colorado, the youngest of six children of Sarah Frances and William Carson Gilbert. She graduated from Stephens College, then continued her education at the University of Illinois, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa in 1938. She married her high school sweetheart, Don Stevens, in Greeley, Colorado on October 2, 1938. During the early years of her marriage, they resided in Denver, Colorado; Champaign-Urbana, Illinois; and Austin, Texas. In 1948, when Don left his teaching position at the University of Texas, they moved to Albuquerque, where Don joined in partnership with Gordon Ferguson in the architectural firm later to become Stevens, Mallory, Pearl, and Campbell. As a devoted mother, Betty spent countless years as a Scout leader, roommother, and in PTA. She served on the boards of AAUW, Visiting Nurses and Community Concert, and was active in Civic Symphony and Community Chest. She also held many offices and enjoyed special friendships through PEO, Collectors and Old Glass Clubs. She was a member of St. Mark's-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church, where she served faithfully on the altar guild and as wedding coordinator for many years....taking great pride in the beautiful church designed by her husband. Betty was the most loving, devoted, thoughtful, kind and generous wife, mother, grandmother and friend. An inspiration to all in her valiant fight against pain and illness, she will always be remembered and greatly missed by all whose lives she touched and enriched. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Don, whose"privilege it was" to unselfishly and tenderly care for her during her lengthy health problems; by their five children, Nancy Comprelli and husband, Frank of Moraga, CA, Mary Gadeken and husband, Arlan of Kennewick, WA, Phil Stevens and wife, Lynda of Albuquerque, Gail Turner and husband, Harry of Oak Harbor, WA, and Mark Stevens of Albuquerque; grandchildren, Karen Snook and husband, David, Cathy and Cindy Comprelli, Cheryl Cuillier and husband, David, Lisa Gadeken, Lynne Evans and husband, Shane, Tracy, Shelley and Stephanie Turner, Jennifer Sanford and husband, Jeff; and step-grandchildren, Jamie and Greg Stevens; great-grandchildren, Paul and Lauren Cuillier, Evan Sanford; and step-granddaughter, Alexa Stevens; brother, Bill Gilbert and wife, Marion; sister, Virginia Saale; in-laws, Rod and Nan Stevens, Becky Gilbert and Fran Gilbert; and a multitude of nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at St. Mark's-on-the-Mesa Episcopal Church (431 Richmond NE, Albuquerque) on Saturday, April 24, at 2:00 p.m. Internment arrangements made by Sunrise Society. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Albuquerque Christian Children's Home (5700 Winter Haven NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120)...for which a special fund has been created in Betty's honor, for the purpose of providing cultural enrichment for the children. The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation and thanks to the many special friends, neighbors, and Rev. Jud Wagg who provided encouragement, prayers, and countless acts of kindness, and for the tender loving care and support provided by Lovelace Hospice and numerous other medical providers.
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Stevens -- Funeral Services for Mr. Atilano Stevens will be held on Friday at the St. Therese Catholic Church where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 3rd St. SW.
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Sullivan -- Virginia Luchini Sullivan, a resident of Albuquerque for 37 years, passed away at her home surrounded by her family, Wednesday, April 21, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Henry Sullivan and his partner, Milt Alter of Sarasota, FL and Dwight Sullivan and wife, Betty of San Antonio, TX; daughters, Mary Coon and husband, Robert of Las Cruces, NM, Geralyn McNaughton and husband, Mac of Oak Harbor, WA, Judy Tresise and husband, Richard of Bosque Farms, NM; sons, Gary Sullivan and wife, Sharalynn and Francis Sullivan and wife, Julie, all of Albuquerque; daughter, Donna Newkirk and husband, Thomas of Edgewood, NM; sons, David Sullivan and wife, Cindy of Albuquerque and Stephen Sullivan and wife, Susan of Houston, TX; daughter, Michelle Chavez and husband, Abel of Albuquerque; 17 grandchildren, Steve Sullivan, Michelle Chavez, Stefani Sullivan, Dwight D. Sullivan, Ronnie Sullivan, Sasha Sullivan, Brian Coon, Justin Coon, Rebecca Skinner, Christie McNaughton, Darla Tresise-Barrett, Sean Tresise, Sandra Sullivan, Shannon Sullivan, Evan Ritchey, Geoffrey Newkirk, David Sullivan, Jr., Sarah Sullivan, and Amanda Sullivan; seven great-grandchildren, Adrian Chavez, Ashley Chavez, Ileah Zavala, Lauren Sullivan, Patrick Sullivan, and Baby Coon; brother, Ray Luchini and wife, Corrine and Leo Luchini and wife, Annie, all of Las Cruces, NM, and Jim Luchini and wife, Pauline of Rodey, NM; and sisters, Helen Vigil and husband, Raymond of Stockton, CA and Carrie Norero and husband, Mike of Albuquerque. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alex Sullivan, May 3, 1995; children, Ronnie Sullivan, Sandra Sullivan, and Dora Sullivan; granddaughter, Marie Sullivan. Mrs. Sullivan was a member of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited Friday, April 23, 1999, 7:00 p.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE. Mass will be celebrated Saturday, April 24, 1999, 9:00 a.m., at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, with Father Tom Zotter, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be her granddaughters and great-granddaughters. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eucharistic Chapel at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 11401 Indian School Rd. NE, 87112. Friends may visit St. Bernadette Catholic Church, Friday, 6:30 p.m. until Rosary.
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Tredway -- The family of Riley Vance Tredway, 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.
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Voss -- Kenneth R. Voss, age 54, passed away on Saturday, April 17, 1999. He is survived by three sons, Kenneth Voss Jr. and Scott Voss of Milwaukee, and James Ball of Albuquerque; one granddaughter, Amber of Albuquerque; two brothers, Robert Voss and Ron Voss of Albuquerque; and one sister, Karen VanSlett of California; three nephews, Ken Voss, Bob Voss Jr. and Gary Voss of Albuquerque; three nieces, Mary Sue Hans, Lisa DeVargas, and Stacey Voss of Albuquerque; and numerous friends. A memorial to celebrate Ken's life will be held at Jeri's Tavern in Eastdale Shopping Center, 9450 Candelaria NE, on Saturday, April 24, 1999, starting at 3:00 p.m. Cremation by Direct Services, 2919 4th NW, 343-8008.
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Webber -- Shirley Ann (Shell) Webber, 67, passed away April 20, 1999. A native of Saginaw, Mich., Shell was a longtime resident of the Albuquerque-Santa Fe area. She had a notable career in apartment and storage unit management. Shell also loved visiting Las Vegas, Nev., as well as San Felipe Casino Hollywood. She is survived by her devoted husband, Richard Joseph Webber; and children, Richard Michael, Donald John & wife, Amelia, Ellie Jo, John Daniel, and William Bradley & wife, Amy. Also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by her loving family. Service in her memory will be Friday, April 23 at Our Lady of Fatima, 4020 Lomas, NE, Albuq. Donations can be made to St. Joseph's Hospital. Arrangements by Sunrise Cremation Society of NM. 
        Published on: Fri April 23, 1999

Blasi -- In Loving Memory of MARCUS A. BLASI Sept. 18, 1961 - April 24, 1995It's been four years since God called you home. We miss you so much. We were so blessed to have had you in our lives. We enjoyed being part of you and took pleasure in your accomplishments. You were a gift of joy. We remember you with love. Every time we see a rainbow in the sky, we remember your precious smile and how you used to smile with your eyes. We remember God's promise that one day believers will gather around His rainbow-circled throne (Rev 4:1-3). You will always be in our reach because you are always within our hearts. We look forward to that day when we will be gloriously reunited with God and you, our son, in everlasting life. Love, Mom & Dad
        Published on: Sat April 24, 1999

Caskey -- Jan Zachary Caskey, 37, a resident of Albuquerque for 25 years, died Tuesday, April 20, 1999. He is survived by his wife of nine years, Terry L. Caskey of Albuquerque; sons, Lee James Bossard-Caskey and Chase Conner Caskey; parents, Avak and Ruth Akgulian of Albuquerque; aunts, Sylvia Kaloustian and husband, Kirk of Newton, MA and Esther Goureghian of Clinton, MA; mother-in-law, Jo Alvino of Albuquerque; sisters-in-law, Jynn Ehler and husband, Norm of Albuquerque and Giovanna Alvino and Tonino; nephew, Antonio Alvino, all of Columbia, SC; cousins, Carla Portelli and husband, Charles of Somerville, MA, Kirk Kaloustian and Lee Kaloustian, both of Newton, MA, and Alec Portelli of Somerville, MA. Mr. Caskey was preceded in death by his grandparents, Zakar and Mary Goureghian who were a very important part of his life. He was President of the Armenian Cultural Association and a Deacon of the Armenian Church of Albuquerque. Mr. Caskey was a member of the Downtown Action Team. He consistently inspired and helped the Transitional Living Community Program. Mr. Caskey was also involved with the Make a Wish Foundation and various other charities. He coached the Taylor Ranch Timberwolves Soccer Team and YMCA Basketball Cougars. Mr. Caskey was a successful Commercial and Residential Real Estate Broker with RECA Better Homes and Garden with his partner in life and in work, Terry Caskey. Prior to being a Realtor, Mr. Caskey enjoyed a successful career in the auto sales industry. Services will be held Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE. Services will be held Saturday, 10:00 a.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa, 431 Richmond Pl. NE, with Father Samuel Agoyian officiating. Interment will follow at Sandia Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Lee James Bossard-Caskey, Chase Conner Caskey, Kirk Kaloustian, Bernard Pages, Scott Fitzgerald, Davez Wakeman, Norm Ehler, Anthony J. Ayala and Brian Saal. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Transitional Living Community or Winr, P.O. Box 1396, 87103. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
        Published on: Sat April 24, 1999