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Bolie -- Earleen Dale Bolie, 78, a resident of Albuquerque for 29 years, died Sunday, January 9, 2000. She is survived by her husband, Victor, a former U.S.A.F. Pilot and engineering professor. Earleen Dale Bolie was born in Fort Dodge, IA of parents, Birdie Marie Swanson and Earl Clifton Dale, a WWI Veteran. Following her childhood years in Montana, the family moved back to Iowa where she graduated as Valedictorian from Kanawha High School. She then earned teacher certification and the BA degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1944, and served for 12 years as a high school teacher at successively advancing locations in Iowa and Minnesota. Following graduate studies at Stanford and Iowa State, she received the MS degree with state certification in educational guidance, and thereafter served for five years as counselor at Anaheim, CA and Stillwater, OK. Throughout her career of working with young people in a variety of assignments, Earleen was well known for her enthusiasm and dedication. She will be missed for her cheerful outlook for the coming generations. Services will be held Thursday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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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. Smith 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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Brady -- Duane R. Brady, 52, a resident of Albuquerque since 1986, died Tuesday, January 11, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Ila R. Brady of the family home; son, Duane R. Brady II of Rio Rancho; daughter, Sunshine Brady-Thomas of Albuquerque; granddaughter, Breiana Brady of Rio Rancho; mother, Florence O. Brady of Apple Valley, MN; brothers, Mike Brady of Chico, CA and Shawn Brady of Minnesota; sisters, Katherine Grebence of Durango, CO and Lisa Fortman of Apple Valley, MN; and sister-in-law, Renee Bayfield of Chandler, AZ. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, with Pastor Melvin Olberg officiating. Interment will follow at 12:30 p.m. at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Hospice Homecare, c/o Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, 87125-6666. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Dowdney -- Kenneth"Ken" Dowdney, 67, a resident of Albuquerque and Farmington, and a resident of New Mexico since 1958, died Monday, January 10, 2000. He is survived by his fiancee, Alicia O. Eiland of Albuquerque; brother, Rev. C.B. Dowdney and wife, Beatrice of Surrency, GA; sisters, Grace Ellis and husband, F.W., Mildred Gilley, Petronia Spann and Muriel Shelton, all of Columbus, GA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Dowdney lived primarily in Farmington, he also resided in Albuquerque and in Santa Fe. He was a member of U.A. Local #412 for over 45 years; was a member of Elks Club #1747; and was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Mr. Dowdney served in the Korean War with the Tank Company 9th Infantry. Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m., at French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, 1111 University Blvd. NE, with Rev. C.B. Dowdney officiating. Interment will take place Friday, 12:00 noon, at Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mark Dowdney, Earl Villa Bernard Harris, David Apodaca and Richard Gonzales. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Drobnik -- Marlene L. Drobnik, born November 5, 1935, a resident of Albuquerque for 19 years, died January 9, 2000. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Otto B. Drobnik; children, Donna Goggin and husband, Dennis of Las Vegas, NV, Craig Drobnik and wife, Letha of Albuquerque, Mary Drobnik, Michelle Miller and husband, Mace, all of Albuquerque; three granddaughters; two step-granddaughters; one great-grandson; two step-great-grandchildren; sisters, Jewell Haley of Sandusky, OH, Dorla Nordberg of Duluth, MN; and brother, Arleigh Linnell of Tacoma, WA. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 13, 2000, in Palm Chapel of Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, with Mr. Larry Pierson officiating. Strong-Thorne Mortuary, 1100 Coal Ave. SE, in charge of arrangements.
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Eatough -- Melvin G. (Buzz) Eatough, 76, beloved husband and father, and always the gentleman, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2000, after a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife, Betty of Albuquerque; children, Mike Eatough and wife, Tonya Taylor also of Albuquerque, Joyce Passon of La Porte, TX and Richard Eatough also of Texas; 12 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren; sister, June of Kaysville, UT; brothers, Floyd of Opal, WY, Dean of Lynndel, UT, and Keith of Elko, NV. He was preceded in death by his children's mother, Zelma; and brother, Don. Mel was born in Silver City, Ut on Valentines Day, February 14, 1923, also his mother's birthday. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII. Mel was a miner at heart, using his mining skills and wonderful personality to sell mining equipment throughout the world, as well as in the U.S. His travels took him all over South America, Mexico, and Malaysia. Mel also spent 30 years living and traveling in Colorado. He was National Accounts Manager for Gardner Denver Mining Equipment Company when he retired in 1980. Mel spent the next 12 years freelancing his services to several mining equipment companies until he retired"for real" in 1992. Memorial Rosary will be recited Friday, 7:00 p.m., at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, 9:00 a.m., at Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd. NE. Interment of cremains will take place Tuesday, 10:30 a.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.
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Esquivel -- Mr. Hildo J. Esquivel, a resident of Albuquerque for 60 of his 80 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 11, 2000. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Dorothy Esquivel; four children, Christine Ayala, Richard Esquivel, Michael Esquivel and Bev Chavez; son-in-law, Larry Chavez; six grandchildren, Lisa and Ken Ayala, Leanne and Milo Esquivel, Angela Esquivel and Erin Chavez; one sister, Barbara Esquivel; one brother, Victor Esquibel; and many loving relatives. A Rosary will be recited on Thursday, January 13, 7:00 p.m., at St. Francis Xavier Church. Funeral services will be held on Friday at the St. Francis Xavier Church, where the Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ken Ayala, Milo Esquivel, Johnny Dimas, Paul Dimas, Jerry Dimas and Mark Benavidez. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Garcia -- Orlando Garcia, 58, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away January 11, 2000. He is survived by four sons, Orlando Jr., Daniel, Frank and Louie; daughter, Gloria; and many grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and friends who loved and will miss him. Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2000 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery Chapel with burial to follow. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Giannini -- Ray C. Giannini, 58, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, died suddenly on Saturday, January 8, 2000. He was born on October 5, 1941 in Albuquerque. Ray graduated in 1959 from St. Mary's High School, where he played football, basketball and baseball. He attended the University of Notre Dame and graduated from the University of New Mexico. Ray began his coaching and teaching career at Our Lady of Fatima School. In 1969, he became Head Football Coach and also taught Math at St. Pius X High School; he was appointed Athletic Director in 1973. Ray held both positions from 1973-1988. During his career at St. Pius, Coach"G" and his team brought the State AAA Football Title to Albuquerque for the first time. His teams compiled a record of 147-52-2 and had losing records only twice during his 19 years as coach. His football teams qualified for the state playoffs 11 of his last 12 years as coach, and he was named Coach of the Year in 1983 and 1984. After leaving St. Pius, Ray became an insurance agent and opened a State Farms office in Albuquerque. Ray was known for his passion for sports, love of coaching, competitive spirit, quick wit and sense of humor. He will be remembered for his unique ability to motivate his players and students to be the best that they could be. Ray will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his daughter, Kristie Montoya and husband, Ike; four beloved grandchildren, Mikayla, Derek, Zeke and Jordan Montoya, all of Deming; mother, Mary Lou Farinelli; brothers, Tom Giannini and wife, Sandra and Steve Farinelli and wife, Sara; sisters, Marilyn Lovato and husband, Tony and Barbara Giannini, all of Albuquerque; sister-in-law, Nancy Giannini of Ft. Sumner; step-brother, Michael Farinelli and wife, Judy of Kansas City, KS; and step-sister, Roseanne O'Shields and husband, Wade of Shelby, NC; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Ray was preceded in death by his father, Ray Giannini Sr.; and young brother, Richard Giannini. Rosary will be recited Thursday, 7:30 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 4020 Lomas Blvd. NE, with Father Donald Starkey reciting. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ike Montoya, Steve Farinelli, Gary Fichtner, Travis Sutherland, David Lovato and Anthony Giannini. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Duffey, Buck Starkey, Tony Lovato, Diego Aragon, Wally Sanchez, Lincoln Gallasini, Mary Esquibel, Nancy Iversen, Chris Lujan, Brian Beel, Rick Stein, and Steve Del Valle. Friends may visit French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE, Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Pius X Scholarship Fund, Attn: St. Pius X High School Development Office, 5301 St. Joseph Drive NW 87120. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Gibson -- Velna Gibson, 78, passed away January 10, 2000. She was a beloved mother and sister. Her daughter, Donna wishes to thank the staff of Las Palomas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their care, compassion and love. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th St. NW, 505-343-8008.
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Gutierrez -- Nancy L. Gutierrez Born 4-28-45 Died 1-05-00 at age 54 Nancy passed away in Cheyenne, WY, where cremation has taken place. Nancy is survived by two daughters, Lorrine Palacios from Denver, CO and Tessy Fisherman; two sons, Richard L. Gutierrez Jr. and wife, Jessica from Cheyenne, WY, Ben Gutierrez from T or C, NM; ten grandchildren; one brother, Edward Hopkins and wife, Dolores from Santa Fe; two sisters, Louisa Whiting and husband, Gordon from Cheyenne, WY, Margaret Martinez and husband, Donicio Jr. from Albuquerque; one uncle, Albert Martinez from Albuquerque; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. There will be a Mass on Thursday, January 13, 2000, 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of the Assumption on Tennessee and Lomas. We love you and we miss you Your are free
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Hansberry -- Edna E. Hansberry, 78, a resident of Los Lunas, passed away on January 10, 2000. She was born in Yellow Jacket, Colorado on March 11, 1921. She later married John Hansberry in Durango, Colorado on February 11, 1938. She was preceded in death by her brother, Claud Kennedy. She is survived by her loving husband, John; sons, Donald and Gerald Hansberry; daughters, Mary Wiltrout, Marlene Thomas and her husband, Rufus, Shirley and George Kotlan; her brothers, Edward, Loren and Kennedy Ewing; her sister, Lorene O'Brien; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held on Friday, 2:00 p.m., at Romero Funeral Home. Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM.
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Hardy -- Former Albuquerque business woman, Mary Fern Hardy, passed away on January 6, 2000 in Woodward, Oklahoma at the age 87. On July 9, 1931, she married Bernard Franklin Crader, and to this union two children were born. On October 6, 1951, she was married to Walter W. Hardy in Albuquerque, where they built, owned and operated the Robin Hood Inn restaurant, and later Hardy's Steak House at 4108 S.W. Central Avenue. She retired from Hardy's Steak House in 1973. She is survived by seven grandchildren, Vanessa Brewington, Vance and Lisa Crader, all of Woodward, Nick and Teresa Bitner of Rio Rancho, Colleen and Bob Breeden of Moore, OK, Jan and Linda Bitner of Oklahoma City, OK, Cheryl and Tom Arundale of Albuquerque, and Craig Bitner of Arizona; three brothers, Paul Vance of Fredericktown, MO, Jerry and Jaudon Vance of Arcadia, MO, Luke and Peggy Vance of Elephant Butte, NM; Emanel Abernathy of St. Louis, and Pearl and Jim Sherrard of Austin, TX. She had 16 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her two children, Laura Bitner and Vance Crader Sr.; one brother, Tom Vance; and one sister, Frieda Buscher. No services will be held, as she requested that her body be donated to medical research. Arrangements are under the direction of Billings Funeral Home, Woodward, Oklahoma.
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Harrison -- John F. Harrison, 75, a resident of Albuquerque since 1990, formerly of Crompond, New York, died Saturday, November 27, 1999. He is survived by his children, Soctt Harrison of California, Dean Harrison of New York and Jo Ann D'Andrea of Virginia; his former wife, Elizabeth Schweizer of California; and three grandchildren, Luke Harrison, Mariel D'Andrea and Grace D'Andrea. His wife, Catherine L. Harrison preceded him in death. Mr. Harrison served in the U.S. Army in WWII as a Tank Commander in the 80th Tank Batallion of the 8th Amored. He retired from the Army National Guard in 1976 with the rank of Major. Mr. Harrison was an active member of Mesa View United Methodist Church and the Optimist Club of Albuquerque, Club #19010. Memorial Services will be held Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 10:30 a.m. at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel, 7121 Wyoming NE, with Rev. John Schwarting officiating. Ennichement will follow at Chester T. French Memorial Mausoleum at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Mesa View United Methodist Church, 4701 Montano NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87120. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming NE.
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Hinds -- Mildred M. (Cobb) Hinds, age 83, died January 12, 2000 in Duncan, Oklahoma. She had lived in Albuquerque since 1949, where she was a member of the First Christian Church. Mildred moved back to Marlow, OK in 1997, where she was born. Survivors include her niece, Chris Hollis and her husband, Bill of Albuquerque. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 2:00 p.m. in the Marlow Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral Home of Marlow, OK.
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King -- Joshua D. King, 14, a resident of Albuquerque since 1987, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2000 at University Medical Center in Tucson, Arizona, following a courageous two year battle with Leukemia. Joshua is survived by his mother, Janice King; grandmother, Betty Cericola; great-grandmother, Sabina Faba; uncles, James Cericola and Stanley Albrycht; aunts, Cheryl Cericola, Debbie Albrycht and Karen Cericola; cousins, Tiffany, Nick, Amanda, Brandon, Michael, Matthew and Katelyn; and numerous other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2000, 2:00 p.m., at Mesa View United Methodist Church, 4701 Montano Rd. NW, with Rev. John Schwarting officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joshua King's name may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 2230 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85719 or The Leukemia Society.
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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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Maldonado -- Mr. David J. Maldonado died Tuesday at the age of 37. David is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Maldonado and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Garcia; wife, Kathy Maldonado; sons, Nathan Maldonado, Carlos Maldonado and Frank Baca; daughters, Melissa Baca, Fay Maldonado, Monique Maldonado, Chantel Legarreta and Brandi Maldonado; six brothers; and five sisters. Funeral services for Mr. Maldonado will be held on Thursday evening at the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, where the service will begin at 7:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Eugene Tafoya of the Full Gospel SW Valley Church. A graveside service will be held on Friday, 2:30 p.m., at the Sunset Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Martin Garcia, James Maldonado, Henry Maldonado, Joey Maldonado, Tony Saavedra and Toby Baca. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Blevin, Dennis Saavedra and George Garcia. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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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. 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. French Mortuary, 1111 University Blvd. NE.
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Montoya -- David M. Montoya, 42, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away. He is survived by his parents, Walter R. Montoya and Erlinda Montoya, both of Albuquerque; three brothers, Richard Montoya of Santa Fe, Mark Montoya of Albuquerque, and Paul Montoya; one sister, Dianne Brown and husband, Larry also of Albuquerque; his paternal grandmother, Lucy Montoya of Anthony, NM; maternal grandmother, Magdalena Montoya of Albuquerque; two nieces, Angelique Chavez and husband, Salvador of Santa Fe and Paula Montoya of Albuquerque; nephews, Ricky Montoya of Santa Fe and Adam Carter of Albuquerque; one grandnephew, Jerrod Chavez of Santa Fe. Mr. Montoya graduated from Valley High School and was a member of St. Therese Catholic Church. A Rosary will be recited this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the chapel of Alameda Mortuary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday at 12:00 noon at St. Therese Catholic Church with a cremation to follow. Pallbearers will be Richard Montoya, Mark Montoya, Paul Montoya, Larry Brown, Richy Montoya, Adam Carter. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Montoya and Rudy Montoya. Services are entrusted to the Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St. NW, Gary F. Santillanes.
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Narayan -- Venkat I. Narayan, M.D., age 51, of Santa Fe, died on Sunday, January 9, 2000, following a short illness. Dr. Narayan was born on November 12, 1948, in Madras, India. He completed his neurology training in Albuquerque and did his neurosurgery training in Syracuse, NY. He then came to Santa Fe where he maintained his practice in neurosurgery for 16 years. He is survived by his children, Christopher Narayan and Sara Narayan, both of Santa Fe; ex-wife, Cynthia Narayan of Santa Fe; brother, Norman Chidambaram of Vancouver, B.C.; sister, Seetha and husband, Jaya and husband, and Preema and husband, all of Madras, India; two very special friends, Glenn Jarvis and Bill Montoya, and numerous cousins, other relatives and friends in the United States and India. Visitation will begin on Thursday, January 13, at 5:00 p.m. at Berardinelli Family Funeral Chapel where a Memorial Service will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. Arrangements under the direction of Berardinelli Family Funeral Service, 1399 Luisa, Santa Fe, 984-8600
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Narvaiz -- Funeral services for John C. Narvaiz 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 Gate of Heaven Cemetery. A Rosary for Mr. Narvaiz will be recited on Thursday evening, 7:00 p.m., at the St. Therese Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Heart Association. Arrangements by the Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
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Noel -- Earl B. Noel, 78, of Fort Collins, Colorado, died Monday, January 10, 2000, at Poudre Valley Hospital following a brief illness. A Funeral will be on Thursday, 4:00 p.m., January 13, 2000, at the Bohlender Funeral Chapel. Pastor John Dubler will officiate. Earl Noel was born in Georgetown, Kentucky on February 24, 1921 to Sewell B. and Mary L. Noel. His family later moved to Pendleton, Indiana, where he graduated from Pendleton High School in 1939. During World War II, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving in the Philippines and earning a Purple Heart for injuries sustained in battle. He lived most of his life in Albuquerque, where he worked as an electrician and then as a security guard for Sandia National Laboratories, retiring in 1983. Mr. Noel was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed traveling, motorcycles, sports, reading the Bible, church activities and being around and caring for his family. He made it his life's advocation to make friends and be generous to people, wherever he was. He and his wife, Dorothy moved to Fort Collins in 1993 to be close to their family after she became ill. He was her caregiver until her death in 1998. Survivors include his two sons, Danny Noel of Frederick, MD and Rick Fletcher of Fort Collins, CO; a sister, Pauline Taylor of Albuquerque; his daughter-in-law, Ellen Fletcher; and three grandchildren of Fort Collins; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Dorothy Noel; a previous wife, Margaret Hurst; his sister, Grace Hall; and his brother, George Robert Noel. Memorial contributions, which will be used for mission outreach activities, may be made to Good Shepherd Bible Chapel, in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel in Fort Collins.
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Singleton -- Howard Singleton, 77, a resident of Albuquerque since 1956, died Monday, January 10, 2000. He is survived by his daughters, Janet Cook and husband, John of Spokane, WA, Linda Pinkham and husband, Randy of Altus, OK and Cathy Claggett of Albuquerque; sons, Howard A. Singleton and wife, Sharyn, Brian A. Singleton and wife, Lisa, all of Albuquerque and David L. Singleton and wife, Pam of Midwest City, OK; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sister, Evelyn Baker of Lima, OH. He was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Singleton in 1996. Mr. Singleton graduated from the University of Houston, College of Technology. He worked at Sandia National Laboratories for over 23 years, retiring with a medical retirement in May 1980. Mr. Singleton entered the U.S. Navy in October 1941 and retired with a medical discharge in April 1946 as an Electrician's Mate First Class, serving in England on a ship repair base. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church. Mr. Singleton was also a member of the Tumbleweed R.V. Club and loved to travel. Cremation has taken place and Memorial Services will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 10000 Spain NE, with Pastor Bruce Wilder officiating. Interment of cremains will take place at 2:00 p.m., at Santa Fe National Cemetery. French Mortuary, 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE
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Tafoya -- Dominic B. Tafoya, 22, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away January 9, 2000. Dominic was a graduate of Rio Grande High School. He was also awarded several scholarships. He attended college at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. He was preceded in death by his father, Johnny Tafoya. He was the beloved son of Marie Martinez; two brothers, Johnny and wife, Leslie Tafoya, and Daniel Tafoya; three nieces, Ashley, Alexis and baby Amanda; two grandmothers, Josie Zamora and Veronica Tafoya; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and close friends who loved him and will miss him. Cremation burial will be at San Jose de Armijo Cemetery on Saturday, January 15, 2000 at 10:00 a.m. Last Prayer will be given by Deacon Charles Lucero. Pallbearers will be Jerry Martinez, Fred Martinez, Ken Rey, Joseph Martinez, Robert Martinez, Justin D. Hannemann, Bobby N. Bustillos, and Joseph S. Chavez.
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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, Marcia 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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Thomas -- Visitation will be held for Marian R. Thomas 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, with Fr. Joseph Thai officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Fitzgerald and Son Funeral Directors, 3113 Carlisle NE, in charge of arrangements.
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Thorp -- Weldon Burt Thorp Jr., 39, a resident of Albuquerque for nine years, died Monday, January 10, 2000 at his home. He is survived by his parents, Weldon B. and Phylliss Thorp of Albuquerque; wife, Carolyn Thorp of Albuquerque; two sons, Joshua and Tyler Thorp; sister, Talasia Tucker and husband, Roger of Albuquerque. He was born in Altus, Oklahoma, raised in California, and relocated to Albuquerque in 1990. Burt owned his own company, New Mexico Alarms. He loved his children very much. Burt attended Calvary Chapel of Albuquerque. He enjoyed cooking, baseball and sailing. He will be greatly missed. Funeral services for Burt will be held on Friday at Calvary Chapel, where the service will begin at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Joe Montgomery, D.D. Montgomery, Benton Thorp, Ed Thorp, Marty Montgomery, Preston Lewis and Dustin Montgomery. Arrangements are by Salazar & Sons Mortuary, 400 Third St. SW.
        Published on: Thu January 13, 2000

Vigil -- Thomas Vigil, a resident of Rio Rancho, passed away following an illness. He is survived by his wife, Rachel Vigil; also surviving are his children, Bonita (Bunny) Vigil Martinez, Rebecca Vigil, Laurie Vigil-Kirk and husband, Jim, Thomas Vigil, and wife Leslie, Edwin Vigil, Tania Vigil and Fiance Don, Joe L. Dominguez and wife, Maria Elena, and Geri Martinez and husband, Freddie. He is survived by Goddaughter, Amanda Vigil; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving are a brother, Filimon Vigil and wife, Doris; and four sisters, Rose Bergen and husband, Jack, Inez Otero and husband, Vicente, Gloria Barela and husband, Isidro, and Josephine Ibarra and husband, Luis. Mr. Vigil attended the Pecos Public Schools and the University of Albuquerque. He was a Veteran, serving in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam and Korean Conflict. He loved his family and enjoyed fishing, wood carving, traveling, camping, and yardwork. He was a life member of the D.A.V. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Christina Romero; and his son, Ruben Dominguez. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated this morning, 9:00 a.m., also at the church with the Rev. Fr. Baca as Celebrant. Interment to follow at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brian Martinez, Chris Martinez, Jacob Mallow, Michael Cordova, Joe Dominguez Jr. and Jason Martinez. Honorary pallbearers will be Pete Vigil, Gilbert Martinez, Marcus Cordova, Ben Valdez, Jim Kirk, Kenneth Vigil Kaiser, Freddie Martinez, Pete Otero, Raymond Ortega, Delfinio Vigil, Luis Ibarra Jr. and Steve Tradup. Services are entrusted to Alameda Mortuary, 9420 4th St NW, Gary F. Santillanes C.F.S.P.
        Published on: Thu January 13, 2000