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Aragon -- Genevieve Aragon, 64, a resident of Albuquerque for 32 years, passed away January 9, 2000. She was a reservations agent with Southwest Airlines, a volunteer worker for former Gov. Bruce King, and worked for Albuquerque Public Schools. She was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel Aragon in 1995. She is survived by three sons, Mark, Brian and Rick Aragon; two daughters, Stephanie and Michelle Aragon; three grandchildren, Greg, Cameron and Marquel Aragon; one brother, Albert Ortiz; one sister, Rose Garcia; and many loving relatives and friends. Rosary for Genevieve will be recited Wednesday, January 12, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at Holy Ghost Parish. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, January 13, 2000, 10:00 a.m., also at Holy Ghost, with Father Joe Vigil, Celebrant. Interment of cremains will be in Santa Fe National Cemetery. Hillcrest Funeral Home 225 San Mateo NE 265-5959
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Baldonado -- Daniel Bryan Baldonado, 18, beloved son, brother, grandson and nephew went to prepare a place for us in heaven with the Lord on January 7, 2000. He was born February 17, 1981; he graduated from Del Norte High School in May 1999; currently he was attending TVI and was looking forward to becoming an Electrical Engineer. He loved working on his Show car. Daniel was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandmother, Odelia Trujillo, Maternal Grandfather, Patricio Trujillo and his Paternal Grandfather, Manuel Baldonado. He is survived by his loving parents, Norbert and Patricia"Patsy" Baldonado of Alameda; and brother, Norbert"Ray" Baldonado Jr. and wife, Victoria"Tori" of Bernalillo. Also surviving is his Paternal Grandmother, Dorothy Archibeque, and Angelina Baldonado of Bernalillo and his Godparents, Floyd and Dora Torres and Ben and Margie Rivera; also a host of friends and relatives. He also leaves behind his four close friends, Carlos Duran, Francine Montano, Eric Mestas, and Bruce Perea. Visitation will be today from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Garcia Mortuary. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, January 12, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. also at the Church. Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Eric Mestas, Carlos Duran and Bruce Perea, Tim Paez, LeeRoy Lucero, Floyd Torres, Tim Lucero and Anthony Lucero. Honorary pallbearers will be Eric Garcia, Alex Martinez, Steven Duran and Uswaldo Perez. Final viewing will take place from 8:30 am to 9:45 a.m. Wednesday, January 12th in the chapel of Aladeda Mortuary. Arrangements under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 717 Stover Ave. SW. For further information please call 243-5222
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Benavidez -- The family of Mr. Bonifacio Benavidez wishes to thank all their relatives and friends who were in attendance of the Rosary and Funeral services for Mr. Benavidez. They would also like to express their gratitude for all the love, care and compassion that has been shown to them. Arrangements by the Salazar and Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Bourque -- Robert Gaston Bourque, 88, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 12 years, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2000. Robert was born June 22, 1911, the son of Domino and Angelique Begin Bourque in Wolton Province de Quebec, Canada. Robert had worked as a heat treater for the Halo-Krome Company before he retired. Robert was the last of 15 children. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Andree Bourque in 1999. Robert is survived by his wife, Cecile of Rio Rancho; one daughter, Collette Smith and husband, Charles of Rio Rancho; one brother-in-law, Roland Benoit of Connecticut; sisters-in-law, Yvette Foley and Rita Glen of Montreal, Canada; one grandson, Michael R. Bourque and wife, Monica of Rio Rancho; two great-grandchildren, Michael and Michelle of Rio Rancho; ten nephews and nieces in Canada and Florida. Visitation and Rosary will be held on Thursday, January 13, 2000 at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, January 14, 2000, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Byrd -- Thelma Marie"Big Mama" Byrd, 93, born February 25, 1906 in Troy, Ohio, and a resident of Albuquerque since 1919, went to be with her savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 7, 2000. Services will be held on Tuesday, January 11, 2000 at 11:00 a.m. in the Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary with her Pastor Malcolm G. Bicker of Alameda Bible Church officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park with Michael Gibson, Adam Gibson, James Carl Riedemann, Vince Taylor, Jim Holmes, and Mo Holmen serving as casket bearers. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave SE, are in charge of arrangements.
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Dossey -- Howard A. Dossey, 67, a resident of Albuquerque since 1947, died Monday, January 10, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Joy Ann Dossey; son, Howard W. Dossey and wife, Yvonne; granddaughter, Patricia Fuentes, all of Albuquerque; and brother, Milton T. Dossey of Belen. Mr. Dossey was a bus driver for Albuquerque Transit Department for nearly 30 years. He was a longtime member of Riverside Baptist Church. Services will be held Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. G.A. (Jerry) Minor officiating. Eulogy will be delivered by Rev. Dennis Lihte. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Howard W. Dossey, Milton T. Dossey, Jr., David Keeney, Thomas Kenton, Thomas Kenton, Jr., and Richard Coriz. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The family would like to send special thanks to Agatha Sanchez-Allen and St. Joseph Dialysis Unit and also to Chris Walton and the entire staff at Albuquerque Manor. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of NM, 4919 Prospect Ave. NE, 87110. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE
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Groppe -- Janet V. Groppe, 77, a resident of Rio Rancho for the past 18 years, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2000. Janet was born March 27, 1922, the daughter of Gustav and Lillian Hischberg in Rockaway Beach, Long Island, New York. She had worked for a college food service for 15 years before retiring. Janet had served as a volunteer at St. Joseph Hospital, West Mesa, and with the Rio Rancho Library. She was a part of the St. Thomas Aquinas Prayer Group, the Lay Eucharistic Ministry, and the Evangelization Ministry. Janet is survived by her husband, Bob Groppe of Rio Rancho; four children, Robert Groppe of Melbourne, FL, George Groppe of Los Angeles, CA, Kevin Groppe of Wellesley, MA, and Matthew Groppe of Fairfax, VA; one sister, Irene Whalen of Hawaii; ten grandchildren, Brian, Maria, Melissa, Ben, Christopher, Nathaniel, Harriet, Margaret, Caroline, and Lorna. The visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2000, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the Rosary being recited at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, January 13, 2000, 10:30 a.m., at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Hospice, 8300 Constitution Ave. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Interment will be at a later date at the National Cemetery in Santa Fe. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Groves -- Mary D'Arcy Groves was born in Santa Fe on July 12, 1914, to Emmett J. D'Arcy and Irma Davidson D'Arcy. She married her high school sweetheart, Donald J. Groves, a marriage that would last 51 years, until Don's death in 1983. A resident of Albuquerque for 70 years, she peacefully passed away Sunday, the Lord's Day, January 10, 2000. Mary was also preceded in death by her brothers, Lloyd, Jimmy and John D'Arcy; son-in-law, Donald Binkert; and daughter-in-law, Cathleen Groves. She is survived by her children, Alice Groves Binkert of Rio Rancho and Jack Groves and wife, Rebecca Lattanza Groves of Albuquerque. Other survivors include grandson, Steve Binkert; granddaughters, Christy Binkert Haddy and Kathy Binkert Udelhofen, Kelly Groves, Shannon Groves and Courtney Groves; and great-grandchildren, Jeff Glass, Christopher Haddy, Sean Haddy and Sarah Calvert; and great-great-grandson, Hunter Glass. One of the most caring people in this life, and a truly good person, she was deeply loved by her family and spoke only positive thoughts about others. She loved her north valley home by the river and its gardens, and was a devoted member of Saint Marks on the Mesa Episcopal Church. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at Saint Marks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Cathleen Groves Memorial Children's Library, c/o St. Marks Episcopal Church, 431 Richmond Pl. NE 87106. Cremation arrangements by Sunrise Society of New Mexico.
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Hanks -- Mary Belle Hanks, 64, a resident of Albuquerque and Bosque Farms since 1940, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl A. Varnadore and husband, Bill; sons, Steve Dawes and wife, Vicki, all of Albuquerque, Mike Dawes and wife, Connie of Bosque Farms, Bruce Dawes of Albuquerque, and Rick Dawes and wife, Diana of Tijeras; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sister, Anne Mae Wich of Albuquerque. Services will be held Wednesday, 1:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Pastor Scott Snyder officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be Steve Dawes, Mike Dawes, Bruce Dawes, Rick Dawes, Bill Varnadore and David Trujillo. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE., Tuesday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Hanna -- Billy M. Hanna, 60, beloved husband, daddy, and Papa, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 7, 2000. He is survived by his beloved wife of thirty-eights years, Mary Ramirez-Hanna; daughter, Angel Alarcon; son-in-law, Rito; and grandchildren, Dominic, Jennifer, Aja-Marie, Holly-Ann and Laci; son, Danny, daughter-in-law, Linda and grandchildren, Jacob and Mikey; son, Jimmy, daughter-in-law, Debbie and grandchildren, Gabriella; daughter, Suzi and grandchildren, and Vanessa and Erik; daughter, Terri. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Alisa and Dominic and his sisters, Barbara J. Hanna and Janet M. Savage and husband, John; numerous nieces and nephews, and close friend, Ted Brawley. Billy was employed by General Electric for twenty-two years and was the current shop steward for Local #794 Machinist Union. Visitation for Billy will commence on Monday, January 10, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at the Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Avenue SE, presided by Deacon Andy Chavez. The Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, January 11, at 10:00 a.m. Queen of Heaven, 5311 Phoenix NE followed by the Burial at Mount Calvary, 1900 Edith NE with Father Johnny-Lee Chavez. The pallbearers will be Rito Alarcon, Bob Ryan, Richard Verderame, Greg Osborne, Richard Quintero, Gil Gonzales; the Honorary Pallbearers are Mark Jackson, Raymond Martinez, Eric Osborne, Thomas M. Romero, John Savage and Art Montoya. We love and miss you so, so much, Daddy!
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Hernandez -- Mrs. Guadalupe Hernandez-Ramos, 76, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 8, 2000. She is survived by six daughters, Rosa Maria Tarin and husband, Joe, Celestina Guzman and husband, Margarito, Lucila Arzate de Barraza and husband, Javier, Natalia Aguirre and husband, Ubaldo, Marisela Arzate and fiance, Refugio Ramos and Edwiges Lozano and husband, Juan; three sons, Adolfo Arzate, Jose Arzate and wife, Veeralia and Martin Arzate and wife, Bertha; two sisters, Carmen Hernandez-Orozco and Hortencia Hernandez-Ramos; 41 grandchildren; 69 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening, 7:00 p.m., at St. Edwins Catholic Church, 2105 Barcelona SW, with visitation at the church after 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday morning, 10:00 a.m., at St. Edwins Church with final viewing at the church after 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Pajarito Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jose Arzate, Martin Arzate, Ubaldo Aguirre, Juan Lozano, Javier Barraza, Refugio Ramos, Enrique Arzate and Kent Louis Branch. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Kettles -- The family of Richard A. Kettles wishes to express their gratitude for the kind expressions of sympathy during their time of need. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Kirkpatrick -- Doris Mary Kirkpatrick, 77, a resident of Rio Rancho, formerly of Canton, OH, died Sunday, January 9, 2000. She is survived by her husband, James Kirkpatrick of the family home; son, Dennis Kirkpatrick and wife, Nancy; daughters, Nancy Potts and husband, Bob, Maureen Shinton and husband, Dan; grandchildren, Robert Potts and wife, Marla, Amy Farrell and husband, Rich, Shara Zinn and husband, Nathan, Brie Kirkpatrick, and Bryan Jacobsen; one great-grandchild, Dylan Zinn; brother, Harrison Kirkbride and wife, Betty; sisters, Florence Clark and husband, Jim and Pearl Loshark. Mrs. Kirkpatrick graduated from McKinley High School, class of 1940 and Aultman School of Nursing in 1944 in Canton, Ohio. She worked for Aultman Hospital for 27 years, where she was a dedicated nurse and enjoyed helping others. Mrs. Kirkpatrick was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She enjoyed ceramics and making quilts for her children and grandchildren. Mrs. Kirkpatrick loved her family and enjoyed being with them. Memorial services will be held Wednesday, 4:00 p.m. at Christ United Methodist Church, 6200 Gibson Blvd. SE, with Pastor Larry Castillo-Wilson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of New Mexico, 216 Truman NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87108. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Leeke -- Leonard W. Leeke, a resident of Albuquerque since 1992, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2000. He was born in Detroit, MI, June 12, 1913. Mr. Leeke was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Leeke in July of 1991; and by his son, Lyle Leeke in 1990. Survivors include his grandson, William Leeke and wife, Heather of Chicago, IL; his daughter-in-law, Miriam Leeke of Montague, MI; his sister, Dorothy Berry of Albuquerque; nephews, Donald Berry and wife, Diane of Albuquerque and William Berry Calabasas, CA; and many friends. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Sandia Presbyterian Church. A Memorial service will be held on Friday, January 14, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Sandia Presbyterian Church, 10704 Paseo del Norte NE, with Reverend Dewey Johnson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the church or to a charity of choice. Sunrise Society is serving the family of Mr. Leeke, (891-8200).
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Meurer -- Irven S. Meurer, 78, a resident of Corrales since 1960, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2000. Irven was born January 10, 1922, the son of John and Hulda Beck Meurer in Texas. He had been a Journeyman Electrician, working in Commercial Construction before retiring. He was a member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church, IBEW Local #611 and the New Mexico Houseman Association. Irven is survived by his wife of 46 years, Joan Meurer of Corrales; four children, Dwayne Meurer and wife, Lynelle of Bridge City, TX, Daniel Meurer and wife, Cassie of Rio Rancho, Kathleen Rios of Rio Rancho, and Ron Meurer and wife, Kristine of Albuquerque; one brother, Fred Meurer of Clovis, CA; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. The visitation and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 11, 2000 in the chapel of Vista Verde Mortuary, Sara Rd., at Meadowlark Ln., Rio Rancho, with the Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated on Wednesday, January 12, 2000, 1:00 p.m., at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. Arrangements by Vista Verde Mortuary.
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Mondlick -- Leonard Evan Mondlick, Ph.D. of Middleton, CT, born November 22, 1951, died unexpectedly on Thursday, January 6, 2000. Leonard is survived by his two children, Zachary David and Rachael Mary Mondlick of Guilford, CT; parents, Martin and Ruth Mondlick of Albuquerque; brother and sister-in-law, David Mondlick of Houston; TX; nephews, Shilo and Samuel Mondlick of Houston, TX; uncles and aunts, Albert and Roberta Shore, Harold and Minna Shore and Robert and Barbara Mondlick of Florida as well as numerous cousins. Leonard graduated from Manzano High School is 1970. After graduation, he worked on Kibbutz Gesher in Israel for one year after which he attended the Jewish Theological Seminary at Yeshiva University in New York City. When the Yom Kipper War broke out in 1973, he returned to Israel to work on the kibbutz and later served in the Israeli Army for three years. After his discharge, he graduated from Vassar College. For many years, he ran his own business, Mondlick Preventions, a drug and alcohol prevention program, working primarily with private schools in the Connecticut area. In 1998, he earned his PhD at New York University in Public Health. He was also a licenced drug and alcohol counselor. At the time of his death, he was the Director of Out-Patients at the Rushford Clinic in Middletown, CT and Director of their DWI program. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 11, 2000, 1:30 p.m. at Congregation Albert, 3800 Louisiana Blvd. NE with Rabbi Joseph Black officiating. Shiva will be at 7:00 p.m. at his parent's house. Arrangements by French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE.
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Montano -- Nick Montano, Sr., 55, a resident of Albuquerque since 1965, died Sunday, January 9, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Genevieve Montano; children, Darlyn Garcia and boyfriend, Andy Chavez, Nick G. Montano, Jr., and wife, Monica, Danny R. Montano and wife, Kristi and Jennie A. Montano; grandchildren, Amanda Garcia, Nichole Garcia, Andrew Chavez, Monique Montano, Aaron Montano, Ryan Montano, Kayla Montano and Amber Montano; Mother Severa Montano; brothers, Evaristo C. Montano, Jr., and wife, Ruth, Demetrio Montano and wife, Christine and Donald Montano and wife, Esther; sister, Hortancia"Terry" Garcia; parents-in-law, Diego and Gabina Madrid, all of Albuquerque; and sister-in-law, Vangie Marquez and husband, Max of El Rito. He was preceded in death by his father, Evaristo Montano, Sr., and brother, Gilbert Montano. Mr. Montano co-owned and co-operated Montano Construction Company with his brother, Donald Montano. He was a great father who placed family first. He will be greatly missed. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, 5310 Claremont Ave. NE, with Deacon Ruben Barela reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, with Father Johnny Lee Chavez, Celebrant and Deacon Pilar Garcia officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Montano, Gilberto Montano, Max Marquez, Jr., James Marquez, Lee Montano, and Victor Jaramillo. Honorary pallbearers will be Lawrence Montano, Chris Montano and Jake Montano. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
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Mora -- Lorenzo Francisco Mora, 11, a resident of Albuquerque since 1989, died Friday, January 7, 2000. He is survived by his mother, Debbie Garcia; grandmother, Angelina Mora, who raised Lorenzo for most of his life; sister, Samantha Mora; brothers, Rene Lobos and Ramiro Rivera, all of Albuquerque; and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins. Lorenzo attended Washington Middle School, where he was in the sixth grade. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 9:00 a.m., at San Jose Parish, 2401 Broadway Blvd. SE. Funeral Mass will follow at 9:30 a.m. with Father Joseph Farias, S.D.B., Celebrant. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made at any First Security Bank in Albuquerque to assist the family with funeral expenses. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Petronio -- Mr. Anthony John Petronio, 68, a resident of Bosque Farms, passed away on January 8, 2000. Mr. Petronio was the beloved husband of 39 years to Mrs. Alfonsia Petronio. He is also survived by one son, Arthur Petronio and wife, Christine; his beloved mother, Eva Petronio; two sisters, Inez McAvoy and Helen Squeo; a brother, Tommy Petronio, wife, Susie, and daughter, Monica; many other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Petronio was a member of the Catholic Church, and a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the Korean Conflict. A Rosary will be recited Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 6:30 p.m. A communion service will be held Wednesday morning, 9:00 a.m., at Holy Family Catholic Church, 562 Atrisco SW, with visitation at the church after 8:30 a.m. Deacon Enrique Padilla, officiating. Interment will follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be Ruben Barela, Alex Barela, Ted Barela, Mike Ortega, Ceasar Martin Sr. and Ceasar Martin Jr., Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of arrangements.
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Rivera -- Maria G. Rivera, 76, a lifelong resident of Laborcita, NM, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2000 at Socorro General Hospital in Socorro, NM. She was born to Jeremia and Salome (Padilla) Gonzales on April 12, 1923 in Laborcita. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Valentin B. Rivera of their home; sons, Jeremia N. Rivera and wife, Maryline of Laborcita, Valentino Richard Rivera and wife, Helen of Laborcita, Walter Rivera and wife, Shirley of Northridge, CA, Eddie Rivera and wife, Rose of Socorro, and John J. Rivera and wife, Joann of Rio Rancho; daughters, Salome R. Rivera of Laborcita, Judi Green and husband, Dana of Northridge, CA, Susie Dubord and husband, Arthur J. III of Littlerock, CA and Pauline Binger and husband, Everett of Laborcita; brother, Tony Gonzales and wife, Mary of Socorro; sister, Jennie Armijo and husband, Simon of Laborcita; 20 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Rosary was recited Monday, January 10, 7:00 p.m., at Steadman-Hall Funeral Home. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, January, 11, 2:00 p.m., at San Miguel Catholic Church in Socorro, with Father Bill Sanchez as Celebrant. Interment will be in the Socorro Cemetery. Pallbearers are Valentino Rivera Jr., Arthur J. Dubord III, Everett H. Binger Jr., Richard S. Chavez, Chris G. Martinez and Ronnie G. Martinez. Honorary pallbearers are Eddie Padilla and Jose Lozano. Arrangements by Steadman-Hall Funeral Home, Socorro, NM.
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Roam -- Gordon Ellis Roam was born in Bisbee, AZ. He was a veteran of World War II, where he served on a forward observation team of Field Artillery in the European and Asian Theaters. He attended Duquesne University and the Baron Academy of Art and was a member of the Lake Worth Art League in Lake Worth, FL. He was a well known portrait painter in Palm Beach, FL and on the North Shore of Long Island, NY, and later painted the colorful people and landscapes of New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Roam; daughters, Ellen Mac Cary of Long Island, NY and D.J. Collins of Albuquerque; a son, Michael Roam; and five grandchildren. He is also survived by two step-children, John E. Collins and his son, Clay of Albuquerque and Donna Stein and husband, John and their two children of Lake Grove, Long Island, NY; his sister, Constance Burge and her husband, Jack of Twinsburg, OH and their two daughters; his brother, Kenneth Roam of Long Island, NY; and his nephew, Daryl Burge and wife, Susan of Twinsburg, OH. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, at Chapel of Sandia Funeral Care. Graveside services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Thursday, at Santa Fe National Cemetery, Santa Fe. Arrangements by Sandia Funeral Care, 7601 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Roholt -- In Loving Memory of MICHAEL TASKER ROHOLT January 11, 1985 - March 21, 1998 We are so grateful for your 13 years with us. You taught us so much. We laughed with you, we cried with you, we loved you and always will. We miss you Michael. Love, Mom, Dad, Meredith and Taylor
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Romero -- Erma Romero, 54, a resident of Albuquerque for 30 years, died Friday, January 7, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Carlos of the family home; daughters, Camille Romero Olson and husband, George of Richardson, TX, and Carla Romero, Darla Romero and husband, Anthony, all of Albuquerque; mother, Christina Lobato of Albuquerque; 3 brothers; 3 sisters, grandson, Brett Romero of Albuquerque; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter. Mrs. Romero was a hairdresser for 30 years; she brought beauty to the lives of many. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Erma's name to"Gilda's Club", Development Office, 195 W. Houston St., New York, NY 10014, WWW.GildasClub.org. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Rudolfo -- Mr. Fernando Rudolfo Sr., 81, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away on January 9, 2000. Mr. Rudolfo was the beloved husband of 58 years to Mrs. Genoveva Marie Rudolfo. He is also survived by one son, Fernando Rudolfo Jr. and wife, Marcella; one brother, Luis Rudolfo; five grandchildren, Abelino, David, Michael, Fernando III and Crystal; four great-grandchildren, Abelino Jr., Jennel, Raymond and Mario; a special nephew, Frank Becker; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Funeral service will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. in the Gabaldon Memorial Chapel, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, with visitation after 12:00 p.m. Manuel Montoya officiating. Interment will follow at the San Jose de Armijo Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alfred Herrera, David Chavez, David Tapia, Fernando Rudolfo III, Felix Moya and Louis Mendoza. Honorary will be Tovias Mendoza. Gabaldon Mortuary, 1000 Old Coors Rd. SW, in charge of the arrangements.
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Saitta -- Stephen J. Saitta, 31, a resident of Belen, was called home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2000. He was a member of the Catholic Church. Stephen loved to fish and went every chance he got. He was known as a hard worker and was a Jack of many trades. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Concetta Hoskins and Bernard Hoskins. Stephen is survived by his three loving children, Britenia, Stevie, and Anthony Saitta of Jefferson City, MO; his father, Vinnie and his wife, Terry of Albuquerque; his mother, Sue Ann James and her husband, Benny of Belen; one brother, Charles of Belen; his sister, Jamie Sanchez and her husband, Chris of Belen; his paternal grandparents, Vincent Sr., and Mary Saitta of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his many loving nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. A viewing will be held on Tuesday, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, 10:00 a.m., at Romero Funeral Home with Reverend Boyd Morerod officiating. Interment will follow in the Las Nutrias Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Rick Trizulny, Chris Sanchez Sr., John Armijo, and other close friends and family. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Sikelianos -- Jon Peter Steven Sikelianos, son of Glafkos and Marion Sikelianos, lumberjack poet, musician extraordinaire, and tree doctor, died Thursday, January 6, in Albuquerque. Born in New York, Jon grew up in a bohemian whirl of places, including Cape Cod, Santa Barbara, and Lausanne, Switzerland, and with a variety of cats and dogs and birds, including Cooniebally and Shag. Fisherman, boat builder, lover of animals, seer of ghosts, pocket knife collector, cigarette lighter thief, eater of unpaid - for peaches at Landmark, oatmeal maker, good cook, teller of dog stories (among which were the Purple Dog and the mischievous Tufeley and Drakely), hand-carved cane-maker, singer of many children's songs, Jon was able to play just about any musical instrument he put his hand to. His tools of choice were the guitar and piano, but he also played banjo and chainsaw. In his 20s, Jon learned the art of tree climbing, and became an expert tree surgeon, who specialized in climbing 100-foot eucalyptus, and in shaping trees to their truest form. His sense of balance was perfected to a graceful performance rigged somewhere high above the skyline. Koala-like, coatimondi-like, Kodiak bear-like, gorilla-like, Jon could often be found raiding the refrigerator in the middle of the night, or snapping his toes, reading one of his hundred-per-week-quota books on the porch, despite taped-together glasses and a column of ash building on the end of his cigarette. Jon worked at several zoos, from which he gathered many tales about Boufa the Russian bear, and from which he would sometimes bring home animals to visit. Christmas presents he gave his children include Jimi Hendrix's"The Cry of Love," zebra finches, a red '78 of Leadbelly singing"All the Children Get So Happy on a Christmas Day," panda figurines, and a Tonka crane. He gave three of his children their first guitars. In sandwich hugs, he usually played the part of the bread. Over the course of his life, Jon had many plans, which included: becoming a book-seller, collecting precious wood to build guitars and violins, becoming an expert frog-catcher, and chronicling all the creeks he'd ever known, beginning with the San Ysidro. Some of Jon's favorite songs included"Goodnight Irene,""Freight Train," and"Takes a Lot to Laugh, Takes a Train to Cry." He is survived by three siblings, Chris, Poppy and Melitsa Sikelianos; by his four children, Eleni, Josef, Zeke and Pouli Sikelianos; and their mothers, Elayne Sikelianos, Merrill Tilghman and Patricia Sikelianos. Primary in life to Jon were his children. He will be missed by all. There will be a gathering on Wednesday, January 12, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Sikelianos household, 712 Marble Ave. NW. Patricia, Eleni, Joe, Zeke and Pouli Sikelianos
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Smyth -- Jane Smyth, 77, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, December 19, 1999. She is survived by her cousins, Reid O. Kinne and wife, Linda of Newcastle, WA and Mariann L. Kay and husband, Dick of Eugene, WA; and sister-in-law, Patricia Macowan of Yakima, WA. Mrs. Smyth was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar Dean Smyth; brother, Walter A. Macowan; and parents, John Murray and Lillian Kinne Macowan. She enjoyed needle art work and was commissioned to do work for the White House. Mrs. Smyth also enjoyed knitting and gardening. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. at Vista Del Rio Activities Room, 1620 Indian School NE with Pastor Lemuel M. Boyles, officiating. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Tapia -- William John Tapia, 74, a resident of Albuquerque, died Sunday, January 9, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Mary Evangeline; a son, Louie H. Tapia and wife, Patricia of Albuquerque; daughter, Maria C. Tapia of Albuquerque; sisters, Katie Almanzar of Cleveland, NM, Teresa Vigil of Albuquerque, and Velma Padilla and husband, John of Las Vegas, NM. Mr. Tapia was preceded in death by a daughter, Alma Jean and; a son, William L. Tapia. Mr. Tapia was born in Las Vegas, NM, graduated from Robertson High, and attended Highlands University. He retired from the US Postal service in 1978. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima, a lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Rosary will be recited Wednesday, January 12, 2000, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary-Lomas Blvd. Chapel, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Deacon Frank See reciting. Mass will be celebrated Thursday, January 13, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima, 4020 Lomas NE, with Father Francis X. Eggert, Celebrant. Interment will take place at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Madonna Tapia, Francisca Tapia, Luis Tapia, Adrain Tapia, Eric Tapia, and Joe Almanzar. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 10500 Lomas Blvd. NE, Wednesday, January 12, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Taylor -- William Scott Taylor, age 36, a resident of Albuquerque, died Thursday, January 6, 2000. He is survived by his wife, Hiam Taylor of Albuquerque; mother, Janetta Rupp of Alamogordo; brother, Michael Taylor; sister, Shelly and husband, Tony; niece, Kaitlin; and step-children, Lydia Fiore, Michael Hosni, and Fodi Hosni. Cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, Tuesday, January 11, 2000, at 1:00 p.m. William's father, Robert Rupp of Alamogordo, died January 7, 2000. After services in Albuquerque, the family will take William's cremains to Alamogordo to join his father. Services for Robert Rupp are Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., at Sears Alamogordo Funeral Home. Arrangements by Aspen Funeral Alternatives, 1935 Juan Tabo NE, (323-900).
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Thomas -- Marian R. Thomas, 88, a resident of Albuquerque, died Saturday morning. She is survived by her son, L. Robert Thomas of Albuquerque; one grandson, James G. Thomas, Lt. CMDR-USN; two granddaughters, Leslie C. Miller and Marian Clair Bradbury; and four great-grandchildren. She was a member of the St. Charles Borromeo Church. She was a graduate of Albuquerque High School. Following high school, she trained at St. Joseph's Hospital and also worked for the U.S. Department of Public Health. Mrs. Thomas was instrumental in starting nursing schools in Paraguay and Ecuador from 1942 to 1945. She received her Master's degree in Health Education from the University of Michigan-Regina School of Nursing. She worked for the New Mexico State Department of Education-Division of Health Education, starting the LVN and LPN programs at TVI, N.M. State University, Eastern N.M. University, Western N.M. University, and Highland's University. She was the founder of the Health Occupational Student Association with High School Students. She was also a member of the National Pilots Club, a professional Women's Association, and a member of the Board of Directors of the State of Nursing Association. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 14, 2000 at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
        Published on: Tue January 11, 2000

Van Cleave -- The family of Rose Van Cleave 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: Tue January 11, 2000