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Hathorne -- Robert Leroy Hathorne, 63, a native New Mexican-American and a war time veteran, died April 19, 1999 in Taos, New Mexico. He was preceded in death by his parents, Martha and Samuel Hathorne. Born in Gallup, NM, May 1, 1936, he was educated in Albuquerque and El Paso and served in the US Army, the US Marine Corps and the US Navy during the Korean Conflict. He was a volunteer fireman in several NM communities, the last in Moriarty. His granddaughter, Sophia Naomi; son, Benjamin Leroy; daughter, Lorinda Rachelle; his sister, Carol Kay Page; brothers, James Irwin and Merle Dean; and extended family survive him. He married Susan Collins in 1978 and Sylvia Jewett in 1988. He was known for his love of family and friends, a rural life style, cooking, fire fighting, animals, especially his dog, Spot, and helping others. A gathering in his memory will be held at the Moriarty Fire Station, Sunday, April 25, at 3:00 p.m. Cremation by Harris-Hanlon Mortuary, Moriarty, NM.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Henningsen -- Montelle Bearden Henningsen, 84, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, April 22, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Thomas J. Henningsen and wife, Kate of Albuquerque and Myron H. Henningsen II and wife, Sandy of Scottsdale, AZ; grandchildren, T. Michael Henningsen and wife, Deana of Hot Springs, AR, Todd Henningsen and Chris Henningsen, both of Scottsdale, AZ; and great-grandson, Connor Henningsen of Hot Springs, AR. Mrs. Henningsen was preceded in death by her husband, Myron Henningsen. The youngest of four sisters, Montelle danced professionally with her sisters in Washington, DC from 1930-1940. The Yates Sisters, as they were known professionally, performed in the White House for President Roosevelt in 1934. After moving to New Mexico, Montelle and her husband, Myron owned and operated Resort Publishing Co. in Albuquerque and the Sleepy Hollow Ski Lodge in Red River. During that time, Montelle was active in choreographing town plays and other special events in Red River. She later wrote a regular entertainment column in the popular Albuquerque magazine, Albuquerque This Month. Mrs. Henningsen was a member of Daughters of the Nile. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Rick Donaho. Interment will take place 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 1111 University NE.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Holleman -- Shirley C. Holleman, 71, passed away in her home on Tuesday, April 20, 1999, after a extensive battle with COPD. She was born in Cannon Falls, Minnesota on December 14, 1928. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward W. Holleman in 1989. She was a beautiful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She retired from House of Carpets in 1993. She became a hot air balloon pilot in 1985. She is survived by one brother, Thomas Burke of Storrs, CT; five daughters, Catherine Myers of Albuquerque, Carol Stoy-McLeod and husband, Hugh McLeod of Bosque Farms, Christine Stoy of Albuquerque, Callie Adams and husband, Roger of Albuquerque, and Casey Courtney of Los Lunas; six grandchildren, Tracy Daniels, Amy Neal and husband, Matthew, Daniel Myers, Michael Shay and wife, Jennifer, Steven and Lindsey Adams; two great-grandchildren, Emily and Hannah Neal. Cremation has taken place and upon her wishes, private services will be held in Bosque Farms. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Cremation arrangements are provided by Metropolitan Direct Burial and Cremation Center, Inc., 601 Mountain Rd. NW, Albuquerque, 766-9400.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Kinzer -- David L. Kinzer, 37, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, April 22, 1999. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla Kinzer; parents, John and Eleanor Kinzer of Albuquerque; sister, Mary Kinzer-Johnson and husband, Dick of Clancy, MT; brother, John Kinzer and wife, Marcie of Albuquerque, and many close relatives and friends who loved him. David graduated from Sandia High School in 1980 and graduated from the University of New Mexico in 1986. He was an Eagle Scout with Troop 285, president of Delta Sigma Pi Business Fraternity, and an active member of Desert Springs Bible Church. Services will be held Tuesday, 11:00 a.m., at First Baptist Church, 101 Broadway Blvd. NE, with Pastor Paul Kemp officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be John Kinser, Chuck Harper, Ed Trujillo, Jonathan Elliott, Carlo Lucero, Dean Penneman, and John Merwin. Honorary Pallbearers will be Adam Roberts, Dan Newhouse, Joel Harper, David Montoya, Tom Morrish, Dick Johnson, Pete McGrath, Chris Cossin and Bryan Karler. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Western Indian Ministries Radio Work, c/o Desert Springs Church, 7509 Paseo Del Norte, NE, 87113. French Mortuary, 1111 University NE.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Lopez -- The family of Mr. Camilo Lopez wishes to express their sincere appreciation to all relatives and friends who were so kind and sympathetic during their recent loss. Funeral services were under the care of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave., S.W.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Mckeever -- Clarabelle S. McKeever, 89, a resident of Albuquerque for four years died, Tuesday, April 20, 1999. She is survived by her sons, Clarence R. Danner and wife, Makiko of Florida and Ron Danner and wife, Marie of Albuquerque; and many other family and friends. She loved sharing cards and table games with her family and friends. Clarabelle moved to Rio Rancho from Tucson, AZ where she lived for seven years with her late husband, Harry McKeever. Services and burial will be in Titusville, PA.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Mcphee -- Alma DeNio McPhee. Graveside services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 26, 1999 at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery in Albuquerque for Alma DeNio McPhee, age 93, of Roswell, who passed away April 21, 1999 at a local nursing home. Rev. Melinda J. Wagner of St. Paul Lutheran Church will officiate. Alma was born August 16, 1905 in Elmo, Kansas to Henry and Christina Meuli Hoffman. Her parents preceded her in death, as well as her husbands, Frank McPhee and Homer DeNio; daughter-in-law, Marian DeNio; son-in-law, W. Bob Weekly; great-grandson, Jason DeNio; and two sisters, Alberta Hanson and Lucile Sloan. She married Frank McPhee in April, 1954 in Albuquerque. He preceded her in death. Survivors include a son, Keith E. DeNio and his wife, Jane of Roswell; a daughter, Wanda DeNio Weekly of Las Vegas, NV. She is also survived by a sister, Virginia Allen and her husband, G. Bud of Mesa, AZ. Other survivors are five grandchildren, Steve DeNiro and his wife, Connie of Roswell, Shawn DeNio and wife, Anita of Carlsbad, Cindy Flinn and husband, Fred of Port Orchard, WA, Shelley Sweglar and husband, Michael of Riverton, WY, Dana Keith Weekly of Miami Beach, FL. Mrs. McPhee had been a Roswell resident since 1994 and had been in bookkeeping for many years. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Albuquerque and very active in church work. She had been an Eastern Star member and a member of The Daughter of the Nile, and the Engineers Wives Club. She will lie in state at LaGrone Funeral Chapel until Monday morning. Arrangements are under the direction of LaGrone Funeral Chapel.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Metcalf -- Clayton B. Metcalf, passed away peacefully at home on Friday. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a resident of Albuquerque for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Jones Metcalf and his mother, Evea Barker Metcalf. He was born in Clayton, NM. He was a heavy equipment contractor for 43 years and worked on many projects in New Mexico and the adjoining states. Some of his most memorable jobs were in the Duke's baseball field, the Lobo football field, and running a coal mine in Gallup. Clayton is survived by his beloved wife, Peggy Metcalf, of 43 years; his four children, Roxanne Baltz and husband, David, Becky Garcia and husband, Johnny, Jill Thomas and husband, Jon, Kyle Metcalf and wife, Barbara. Clayton enjoyed his 14 grandchildren, Yvonne, 23, Lisa, 15, Nicole, 11, JD, 10, Madeline, 9, Austin, 9, Ariel and Wes, 8, Amanda, 8, Vincent, 7, Joseph, 6, Jett, 5, Monica, 3, Casey, 2. He also had one great-granddaughter, Kaily, 3. The pallbearers will be Wayne Smouse, Max Flores, Tom Trout, Sonny Martinez, Jerry Rogers, and Chuck Morrish. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 26, at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna NE. In lieu of flowers, donations would be greatly appreciated for Peanut Butter and Jelly Therapeutic Preschool, 1101 Lopez Rd. SW 87105. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, are in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Mitchell -- Elbert J. Mitchell (Mitch Mitchell), age 84. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 26, 1999, 10:00 a.m., at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel. Mr. Mitchell will then be taken to Santa Fe National Cemetery where a graveside service will be conducted at 12:30 p.m. Serving as pallbearers will be eht Volunteer Firemen from T.V.F.D., Sammy Anaya, Mickey Perea, Tom Macdonell, Bill Beck, Eloy Vigil and Mike Plummer. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association or a charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999

Modrow -- Dorothy Jean Weimer Modrow, 75, a resident of Albuquerque for the last 18 years, passed away peacefully at her home on April 20 surrounded by her loving family. Her husband of 48 years, Harold"Hal"; and four children survive her; Harold"Harry" Edward Modrow III and his wife, Patricia of Maryland, James Modrow of Illinois, Mary Modrow of Albuquerque and Jean Groepler and her husband, James of Alabama. Dot has three wonderful grandchildren, Eric, Jim and Katherine, all of whom she adored. Dot will be often and frequently missed by all that knew her. A memorial service will be held Thursday, April 29, 1999 at 3:00 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 12120 Copper St. NE with Rev. William G. Scranton III. Interment will be at the Moravian Cemetery in West Salem, IL at a later date. In lieu of flowers for those who wish, donations may be made to Brother St. James Court, St. James Place, Springfield, IL 62702 or the Shrine Transportation fund @ Ballut Abyad Temple.
        Published on: Sun April 25, 1999